Research And Development Manager
il y a 19 jours
Belfast
Position Title: R&D Manager \n Reports To: Chief Operating Officer \n Employment Type: Permanent, Full-time \n \n About the Company \n \n Our client is an innovative biotechnology company developing advanced drug delivery technologies, with a strong focus on sustained-release therapeutics. Their work combines cutting-edge biomaterials science with pharmaceutical development to improve treatment outcomes and patient experience. \n \n Position Summary \n \n Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer (COO), the R&D Manager is responsible for the planning, delivery, and oversight of our client's Research and Development activities. The role provides scientific, technical, and people leadership to Project Teams and Technology R&D Teams, ensuring R&D programs are delivered efficiently, on time, and in compliance with our client's quality systems and regulatory requirements. \n \n The R&D Manager leads R&D staff, oversees laboratory operations and resources, and drives continuous improvement across R&D processes. They will act as Program Lead for Molecule Projects and/or Technology R&D Programs and will play a key role in the continued growth and development of our client's R&D function. \n \n Essential Duties and Responsibilities \n \n\n • Report directly to the COO and provide regular updates on R&D performance and project status\n, • Line manage Senior Scientists, Scientists, and other R&D personnel\n, • Plan, prioritise, and deliver R&D projects and programs in line with business objectives\n, • Provide scientific and technical oversight of experimental design, data quality, interpretation, and reporting\n, • Identify and remove technical and operational bottlenecks while proactively managing project risks\n, • Ensure all R&D activities comply with ISO 9001 and other applicable quality and regulatory standards\n, • Contribute to and implement best practices to improve quality, efficiency, and effectiveness across the R&D function\n, • Review and approve technical reports, presentations, and publications\n, • Foster collaboration, knowledge sharing, and professional development within the R&D team\n\n \n Required Qualifications \n \n\n • PhD in Biology, Chemistry, or a related scientific discipline, or an MSc with significant relevant industry experience\n, • Experience working within the biotechnology industry\n, • Demonstrated success leading R&D projects and managing scientific teams\n, • Strong expertise in analytical techniques, including SEC-HPLC, SEM, Micro-BCA, Microscopy, IEC-HPLC, ELISA, and SDS-PAGE\n, • Experience in formulation and drug delivery\n, • Strong problem-solving, data analysis, and decision-making capabilities\n, • Excellent written and verbal communication skills\n\n \n Preferred Qualifications \n \n\n • Experience with biologics and/or polymer development\n, • Experience working within ISO 9001, ISO 13485, and/or cGMP regulated environments\n