CMC Project Manager, EU

WuXi AppTec Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Project Manager to oversee projects in API and Drug Product development. This exciting remote position requires a strong background in the pharmaceutical sector, with a focus on project management and effective communication. You will lead project planning and execution, ensuring successful collaboration with clients and internal teams. The role offers the chance to engage in business development activities, making it ideal for those who thrive in dynamic environments. If you're a self-motivated individual with a passion for problem-solving and leadership, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in pharmaceutical industry experience, preferably in API and Drug Product R&D.
• Strong project management skills with PMP certification desired.

Responsibilities

• Lead project initiation, planning, and execution, ensuring timely completion.
• Serve as liaison with clients and manage project communications.

Skills

Project Management

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Masters in Life Sciences

PhD in Life Sciences

Tools

Risk Assessment Tools

Job description

Overview

The Project Manager will be responsible for managing projects within STA, WuXi’s API and Drug Product development and manufacturing division. Leads the orderly progression of projects from the proposal stage through project completion by interacting with the client, technical team and business development team. The incumbent will also participate in business development activities such as visiting existing or new clients and promoting STA’s services in conferences/trade shows. Please note this is a remote (work from home) position within the EU, and that English and Mandarin language skills are required.

Responsibilities

1. Lead all project initiation and planning efforts. Participate in the implementation and execution of a given project.
2. Establish project objectives, timelines, and deliverables. Define project tasks and resource requirements.
3. Closely monitor/control project progression to ensure projects are completed on schedule and within budget. Report project progress to all key stakeholders.
4. Support the technical team to investigate any project challenges by necessary risk assessment tools & techniques, then implement corrective measures.
5. Serve as liaison with client contacts, manage day-to-day communications, and organize project team meetings.
6. Represent the company in project meetings, prepare meeting agenda and minutes, and follow up on action items.
7. Evaluate and assess project results and provide recommendations for future improvements.
8. Provide support to the business development team by joining customer visits, conferences, or tradeshows.
9. Prepare Quotations/Proposals/Change Orders with inputs from key stakeholders for existing relationships.

Qualifications

Education/Experience:

1. Masters (MS) or PhD in life sciences; chemistry preferred.
2. A minimum of 5 years of pharmaceutical or CRO/CMO industry experience preferably in API process R&D and manufacturing and/or Drug Product R&D and manufacturing.
3. Prior experience in project management or managing external research collaborations, with PMP certification desired.
4. Candidate should possess strong and effective project management, problem-solving and interpersonal skills and have a proven track record working cross-functionally across a wide variety of technical, business and operational areas.
5. Demonstrates a good understanding of the pharmaceutical industry and small molecule drug development.

Independence/Accountability:

1. Must be a self-starter, self-motivated, and highly flexible in this home-based position with ~25% travel.
2. Must be organized and detail-oriented.

Problem Solving:

1. Proven experience in creating and carrying out successful plans and processes to solve complex problems.

Leadership Activities:

1. Work closely with team members across all CMC-related business units and with the STA management team to ensure coordination of all efforts and real-time communication with all stakeholders.

Communication Skills:

1. Proficiency in both English and Mandarin is required.
2. Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation skills).

WuXi AppTec provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.