Manager, Analytical R&D – Lab Automation

Jobtailor; Toronto; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a senior leader for Analytical Research & Development in Toronto to oversee staff, develop testing methods for drug substance and product, and drive productivity through advanced lab automation. The role requires deep expertise in analytical, organic and solid-state chemistry, and strong regulatory knowledge.

The candidate will review regulatory submissions and technical reports, monitor lab output quality, and lead cross-functional collaboration with QA, manufacturing, and

Qualifications

• Bachelors in a scientific discipline with emphasis on analytical/organic/pharmaceutical sciences.
• 7+ years of pharmaceutical R&D experience with a focus on analytical research.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory guidelines (FDA, ICH, GMP) and quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Direct the staff and activities of Analytical Research & Development.
• Develop testing methods for drug substance and drug product.
• Provide recommendations to management on enhancing productivity through lab automation.

Skills

Analytical Chemistry

Organic Chemistry

Solid-State Chemistry

Drug Substance Testing

Drug Product Testing

Regulatory Submission Review

GMP Knowledge

GDP Knowledge

Testing Method Development

Pharmaceutical Solid Dosage Forms

Education

Bachelor's degree in Science (Organic/Analytical/Pharmaceutical sciences)

Tools

Lab Automation Equipment

Job description

• Directing the staff and activities of Analytical Research & Development
• Develop testing methods for drug substance and drug product
• Provide recommendations to management on enhancing productivities by using advanced lab automation equipment
• Reviews and approves regulatory submission and other technical reports generated by the Analytical Development Team
• Monitors the quality and productivity of the lab output

Requirements

• Bachelors in Scientific discipline, especially Organic Chemistry or Analytical Chemistry or Pharmaceutical sciences
• 7+ years of pharmaceutical industry experience with demonstrated achievements in pharmaceutical R&D with focus on analytical research
• Advanced knowledge of analytical, organic and solid-state chemistry, pharmaceutical solid dosage forms
• In depth knowledge of regulatory guidelines (FDA, TPD, ICH etc.) GMP and GDP
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Demonstrates extensive expertise in Analytical Research and Development within the pharmaceutical industry, focusing on drug substance and product testing methods, regulatory compliance, and lab automation. Proven ability to enhance productivity and ensure quality through effective team leadership and communication.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Pharmaceutical R&D Experience
• Analytical Chemistry Expertise
• Regulatory Guidelines Knowledge
• Lab Automation Proficiency
• Team Leadership

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Analytical Chemistry
• Organic Chemistry
• Solid-State Chemistry
• Drug Substance Testing
• Drug Product Testing
• Regulatory Submission Review
• GMP Knowledge
• GDP Knowledge
• Testing Method Development
• Pharmaceutical Solid Dosage Forms

Soft Skills

• Excellent Written Communication
• Excellent Verbal Communication

Industry Keywords

• FDA
• TPD
• ICH
• Pharmaceutical Industry
• Analytical Development Team

Tools & Technologies

• Lab Automation Equipment