Head of R&D, Pharma CDMO Strategy & Innovation

Get 360Pharma

Ter Apel

On-site

EUR 75,000 - 95,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

28 vacation days
8% holiday allowance
Good travel expense reimbursement
Pension scheme

Job summary

Get 360Pharma in Ter Apel, Groningen is seeking a Head of R&D to lead innovative drug substance development, ensuring alignment with business strategies. In this role, you will coordinate R&D activities across multiple sites, drive innovation in API production, and mentor high-performing teams.

The ideal candidate holds a PhD in Organic Chemistry and has a strong commercial mindset, with experience in a CDMO environment. The position is on-site, offering a market-based salary and 28 vacation days.

Qualifications

  • PhD in Organic Chemistry or related field.
  • Experience in a CDMO environment preferred.
  • Affinity with the pharmaceutical industry and knowledge of GMP and GDP guidelines.

Responsibilities

  • Drive innovation in API development and GMP production.
  • Coordinate R&D activities across multiple sites.
  • Act as the primary technical lead for CDMO activities.
  • Accountable for R&D portfolio and project management.
  • Define and implement R&D strategy aligned with business objectives.
  • Build and mentor high-performing cross-site teams.
  • Monitor market and scientific trends for new opportunities.

Skills

Commercially driven mindset
Solution-oriented mindset
Communication abilities
Project management

Education

PhD in Organic Chemistry or related field

Job description

Get 360Pharma in Ter Apel, Groningen is seeking a Head of R&D to lead innovative drug substance development, ensuring alignment with business strategies. In this role, you will coordinate R&D activities across multiple sites, drive innovation in API production, and mentor high-performing teams.

The ideal candidate holds a PhD in Organic Chemistry and has a strong commercial mindset, with experience in a CDMO environment. The position is on-site, offering a market-based salary and 28 vacation days.

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