Head of R&D

• Coordinate process technology transfer and process validation efforts of manufacturing processes of generic APIs and solid oral dosage forms that are transferred from other R&D centres within the group or third-party sites
• Oversee development projects with internal and external clients, from initial development to launch
• Provide scientific guidance, knowledge and support to other operational units and processes within plants
• Lead a diverse team of scientists within both sites and ensuring that they have the best atmosphere and infrastructure within which to perform and excel
• Be the overall person responsible for R&D areas within the Malta sites such as the R&D Lab, GMP Kilo-Lab and HPAPI Unit
• Evaluate and prepare proposals for contract manufacturing opportunities
• Collaborate with the other R&D sites within Medichem to reach the organisation's R&D goals
• Contribute to the general operations of the local enterprises, as a member of the site leadership team
• Control the department budget and contribute to proposals for capital investments and initiatives to improve, streamline and expand the local operations

• Bachelor and Master's degrees in science, most preferably in chemistry or pharmacy; A Doctorate will be considered an asset
• Proven experience in process development and validation within the pharmaceutical sector. Experience in both API and FDF sectors will be desirable
• Demonstrated project management skills
• Proactive problem-solving capabilities and project-planning skills
• Leadership qualities and the ability to work both independently and as part of a management team
• Excellent organization, management, and communication skills

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