Research and Development Manager

Our partner is seeking a Research and Development Manager. Candidates with pharmaceutical experience strongly preferred. An ideal candidate would live close to Columbus, IN, but open to relocation candidates as well.

Candidate will identify, investigate, and implement new product concepts in accordance with corporate and regulatory guidelines.

Job Duties:

• Scheduling Daily Activities: Schedule daily activities to maintain customer satisfaction, internal satisfaction, and efficient use of equipment, under the direction of the Sr. Director of R&D.
• Reporting Progress: Report the progress of R&D activities to Applied Management.
• Maintaining R&D Facilities and Equipment: Ensure R&D facilities and equipment are updated and maintained properly.
• Evaluating New Projects: Assist in the evaluation of new projects prior to and during development as details become known, in conjunction with the Sr. Director of R&D and other Applied Laboratory departments.
• Balancing Department Needs: Balance the needs of the R&D department, business development, and the customer.
• Communicating Project Progress: Communicate project progress, needs, and concerns (both written reports and verbal) with clients and Applied management.
• Directing R&D Personnel: Direct R&D personnel in a professional and efficient manner.
• Leading Efficiency Efforts: Lead a sustained effort with the R&D team to be a more efficient and effective partner to other departments and customers.
• Utilizing Personnel Resources: Ensure that each personnel resource is utilized to its fullest potential given the tasks at hand.
• Communicating Needs: Communicate the needs of R&D with management and R&D personnel.

Experience:

• 5-8 years of pharmaceutical industry experience required.
• 3-5 years of laboratory management experience in R&D required.
• They really stick to 7am - 4 pm Mon - Friday and rarely have overtime and don't take work home.

Apply today for a quick response.