Head of Method Development

Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica GmbH; Ingelheim am Rhein; Vor Ort; EUR 80.000 - 110.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading biopharmaceutical company in Germany is seeking a Head of Method Development to lead chromatic methods ensuring the safety and efficacy of pharmaceutical products. The ideal candidate will have a PhD in Analytical Chemistry and extensive experience in analytical chemistry and leadership. This role offers opportunities for innovation and a strong culture of scientific excellence, alongside a focus on well-being and work-life balance.

Leistungen

Financial Health

Rewards and Recognition

Learning and Development

Wellness

Work Life Balance

Local Benefits

Qualifikationen

• Extensive experience in analytical chemistry, particularly in chromatographic techniques.
• Experience managing teams and direct reports.
• Strong communication skills, including conflict resolution and negotiation capabilities.

Aufgaben

• Lead and advance chromatographic methods for pharmaceutical products.
• Ensure robust analytical results focusing on content determination and stability.
• Take ownership of method validation and transfer for product launches.
• Manage chromatographic activities with operational excellence.
• Align method development with global goals.

Kenntnisse

Chromatographic techniques

Analytical chemistry

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Results-driven working style

Fluent English

Ausbildung

PhD in Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry, or Pharmaceutical Sciences

Jobbeschreibung

About Boehringer Ingelheim

Boehringer Ingelheim is a biopharmaceutical company active in both human and animal health. As one of the industry's top investors in research and development, the company focuses on developing innovative therapies that can improve and extend lives in areas of high unmet medical need. Independent since its foundation in 1885, Boehringer takes a long‑term perspective, embedding sustainability along the entire value chain. Our approximately 54,500 employees serve over 130 markets to build a healthier and more sustainable tomorrow.

Position

Ready to lead with scientific excellence in a global environment?

As Head of Method Development, you will lead our chromatography laboratory and shape the development of analytical methods that ensure the quality, safety, and efficacy of our pharmaceutical products. You will be part of a passionate team in Animal Health, driving innovation and making a real impact.

Take on a strategic leadership role with room for creativity, scientific depth, and meaningful contribution.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

• Leading and advancing chromatographic methods for the characterization of active ingredients, pharmaceuticals, and excipients
• Ensuring robust analytical results with a focus on content determination, degradation products, stability profiles and degradation pathways
• Taking ownership of method validation and transfer to support CMC dossiers and product launches
• Managing internal and external chromatographic activities with operational excellence
• Strategically aligning method development with global development goals
• Fostering a culture of scientific excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Driving innovation and contributing to the global analytical strategy
• PhD (or equivalent) in Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry, or Pharmaceutical Sciences
• Extensive experience in analytical chemistry, particularly in chromatographic techniques
• Proven leadership skills with experience managing teams and direct reports
• Strong communication skills, including conflict resolution and negotiation capabilities
• Results‑driven working style with a focus on regulatory requirements and quality standards
• Fluent English is essential; proficiency in German is a plus

What We Offer

With us, you can develop your own path in a company with a culture that knows our differences are our strengths – and break new ground in the drive to make millions of lives better.

Here, your development is our priority. Supporting you to build a career as part of a workplace that is independent, authentic and bold, while tackling challenging work in a respectful and friendly environment where everyone is valued and welcomed.

Alongside, you have access to programs and groups that ensure your health and wellbeing are looked after – as we make major investments to drive global accessibility to healthcare. By being part of a team that is constantly innovating, you'll be helping to transform lives for generations.

Benefits

• Financial Health

  From supportive services to safeguards against risks – with these offerings you stay in control of your financial situation.

• Rewards and Recognition

  Our innovation power and success would not be possible without you – with these offerings we want to emphasize our special recognition.

• Learning and Development

  From lifelong learning to development opportunities – these offerings show an investment by the company in your growth.

• Wellness

  Well‑being and health are precious – these offerings help you to achieve and maintain them, and ensure a healthy lifestyle.

• Work Life Balance

  Being dedicated at work while balancing your private life with all its challenges, this is what these offerings are all about.

• Local Benefits

  Benefits and additional services may differ in your local region. Find out more from your recruiter during the interview process or via the local career website.