Manager of R&D, and Tech Services

Harrow, Inc.; Ledgewood (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare solutions provider in Ledgewood, NJ, is seeking a skilled Manager of R&D and Tech Services. This role involves leading the R&D team to oversee development, validation, and launch processes for new products. Ideal candidates will have an MS in Chemistry or Pharmaceutical Sciences and 8-10 years of experience in formulation and process development. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills are required. This position is on-site and offers significant responsibilities in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of industrial experience in formulation and validation; ophthalmic dosage preferred.
• Proven problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to lead teams and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead the R&D team for product development and launch.
• Establish validation strategies in compliance with regulations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for project goals.

Skills

Technical and scientific reasoning

Problem-solving

Interpersonal communication

Attention to detail

Leadership skills

Education

MS degree in Chemistry or Pharmaceutical Sciences

Ph.D. preferred

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

About Harrow

Harrow (Nasdaq: HROW) is a leading provider of ophthalmic disease management solutions in North America. The company focuses on innovation, patient access to affordable medicines, and supporting ophthalmologists in mission work worldwide.

Job Summary

The Manager of R&D and Tech Services will lead and manage day‑to‑day R&D and validation functions at the ImprimisRx 503B outsourcing facility, providing leadership, guidance, and hands‑on direction across activities within the department, including personnel, practices, and processes.

Core Responsibilities

• Lead the R&D team for end‑to‑end activities from development of lead formulation and process to support manufacturing and launch of new products.
• Design experiments in laboratories, pilot plants, or manufacturing sites to identify critical quality attributes and establish process control.
• Develop and implement validation strategies for equipment, processes, cleaning, and systems in compliance with FDA and other regulatory guidelines.
• Provide leadership to the validation team for process, cleaning, equipment, and computer systems validation.
• Establish new manufacturing processes and refine existing ones to optimize quality, using statistical tools and proven scientific methods.
• Identify opportunities to optimize sterile/aseptic processes, reduce costs, and enhance quality.
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain to achieve project goals and timelines.
• Maintain technical reports and specifications, ensuring smooth process technology transfer.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing process problems and determine root cause and corrective actions.
• Develop process documentation and training materials to support standardized processes and product launches.
• Work with cross‑functional teams to streamline development, validation, scale‑up, and launch activities.
• Review and approve method validation and method transfer protocols and reports.
• Monitor the progression of development across projects and supervise tech transfer from R&D to manufacturing.
• Coordinate research and development analytical activities as required.
• Provide mentorship and supervision to staff for professional growth and development.

Qualifications & Requirements

• MS degree in Chemistry or Pharmaceutical Sciences; Ph.D. preferred.
• Eight to ten years of industrial experience in formulation, process development, and validation; ophthalmic dosage experience preferred.
• Strong technical and scientific reasoning with tech transfer skills and experience working alongside a manufacturing facility.
• Experience working with contract research laboratories in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proven problem‑solving, troubleshooting, and critical‑thinking skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Strong quantitative skills, attention to detail, and organizational abilities.
• Broad knowledge of scientific principles and theories, with mastery of relevant scientific areas.
• Advanced knowledge and ability to work with laboratory equipment and tools.
• Ability to lead multiple teams and exhibit leadership skills.
• Ability to meet multiple deadlines across projects with accuracy and efficiency.

Position Type

• On‑Site

Equal Employment Opportunity

As set forth in Harrow, Inc.’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.