Sr Mgr Pharma Prod RD

7555-Janssen Pharmaceutica NV Legal Entity; Belgique; On-site; EUR 96,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Vacation days

Parental leave (12 weeks)

Bereavement leave

Caregiver leave

Volunteer leave

Well-being reimbursement

Health programs

Insurance plans

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson’s SoliD group in Beerse, Belgium, seeks a Senior Manager/Associate Director to advance solid formulation and process development for synthetic compounds. You will guide multiple programmes, ensure regulatory alignment, and lead cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, global health environment.

You will mentor scientists, plan resources, and coordinate with Pharmaceutical & Material Sciences, Regulatory, and Supply Chain to accelerate development from discovery to

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Bioengineering or Chemical Engineering – or a Master’s plus equivalent experience.
• Deep experience in solid formulation and process development for synthetic compounds.
• Track record across preclinical formulations, developability assessments, clinical development, scale-up and tech transfer.

Responsibilities

• Advance formulation and process development for synthetic molecules.
• Explore new drug delivery systems and technologies.
• Create patient-centred products and fresh IP.
• Run technology transfers and deliver regulatory submissions.
• Lead and mentor the SoliD team and align programmes with CMC objectives.

Skills

Budget Management

CMC

Clinical Trial Protocols

Data Governance

Developing Others

Drug Discovery Development

Inclusive Leadership

Industry Analysis

Interdisciplinary Work

Leadership

Market Research

Process Improvements

Product Development

Product Strategies

Prototype Development

Researching

Scientific Research

Team Management

Education

Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences

Job description

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at jnj.com. As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.

Job Function: Discovery & Pre-Clinical/Clinical Development

Job Sub Function: Pharmaceutical Product R&D

Job Category: People Leader

All Job Posting Locations: Beerse, Antwerp, Belgium

Job Description

We’re hiring a Senior Manager / Associate Director into our Solids Development (SOliD) department within Drug Product Research & Development in Beerse, Belgium. In SoliD, we design every solid formulation and process across the Janssen R&D Synthetics portfolio, from late Discovery through Commercialization. The role Advance formulation and process development for synthetic molecules. Explore new drug delivery systems and technologies, create patient-centred products and fresh IP. Run technology transfers. Deliver regulatory submissions. Guide several programmes at once and keep them aligned to CMC objectives and timelines. Apply Best Product at Pivotal and Speed to the Clinic principles. Plan resources, set priorities and decide what comes first when programmes overlap. Uphold quality, compliance and safety, and know the rules that apply — GMP included, along with Safety, Health and Environment. Help shape our direction from the SoliD Leadership Team. Recruit dedicated scientists and Mentor them. Lead your team to solve bigger problems each year. Connect SoliD with Pharmaceutical & Material Sciences, Analytical Development, Pharmaceutical Supply & Engineering Sciences, Supply Chain, Quality and Regulatory. Partner with academia and CDMOs to deliver on your projects.

What it takesPh.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Bioengineering or Chemical Engineering – or a Master’s plus equivalent experience 10+ years developing drug products in the pharmaceutical industry Deep experience in solid formulation and process development for synthetic compounds, including advanced drug delivery platforms A track record spanning preclinical formulations, developability assessments, clinical development, scale-up, technology transfer, criticality analysis, control strategies, regulatory filings and commercialization.

Required Skills

• Budget Management
• Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Control (CMC)
• Clinical Trial Protocols
• Data Governance
• Developing Others
• Drug Discovery Development
• Inclusive Leadership
• Industry Analysis
• Interdisciplinary Work
• Leadership
• Market Research
• Process Improvements
• Product Development
• Product Strategies
• Prototype Development
• Researching
• Scientific Research
• Team Management

The anticipated base pay range for this position is: €96.000,00 - €165.025,00

Benefits

• an annual bonus with set target (% of pay) depending on pay grade / location, where the actual amount is based on the employees’ and companies’ performance of the previous calendar year, or sales commissions.
• vacation days
• parental leave for a minimum of 12 weeks
• bereavement leave
• caregiver leave
• volunteer leave
• well-being reimbursement
• programs for financial, physical and mental health.
• service anniversary and recognition awards
• employees - and in some location’s eligible dependents - can participate in several insurance plans.

For more information, visit Employee benefits | Supporting well-being & career growth | Johnson & Johnson Careers.

*This is for informative purposes only. Amounts and actual benefits may vary by location and are subject to change.

Ready to take this on?

An inclusive team environment where diversity and different opinions are respected and valued, and the importance of a good work-life balance is recognised.

A competitive salary, on-site sport facilities, health/energy programmes and other benefits for you and your family.

Our offer: An exciting position in an international and dynamic environment with continuous learning and growth opportunities. Working on a site that harbours all aspects of the drug discovery and development process, located close to the vibrant city of Antwerp.

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/.