Senior Manager - BioSafety

Company: Merck Gruppe
Location: Rockville
Posted on: February 25, 2021

Job Description:

Experience the joy of curiosity, search for a job Click here for additional search options Advancing safety of the world's medicines is our mission and as the field of biological medicine continues to evolve, we too must adapt our Testing Services to enable our customers to get life changing medicines to patients quickly & safely.-- The Development Services function is responsible for ensuring the scientific integrity & regulatory compliance of the Services we provide; adapting our Service capabilities to meet industry needs; and evaluating technological advancements to seed a pipeline of future Services Your Role: As the Senior Manager, Biosafety within our Development Services department you will provide direct line management to a highly skilled scientific team providing expertise across multiple scientific disciplines to drive new service introduction.--You will create and maintain focus, enthusiasm and momentum amongst the team, while ensuring all work is executed in adherence to accepted industry, quality & regulatory standards and practices. You will be responsible for:

• Successful day to day operation of designated laboratories and the implementation of strategic objectives and goals to drive business growth.
• Supporting technical planning of the business as part of the R&D management team, working with clients and internal cross-functional teams to lead the commercialization of new services.
• Leading, coaching, developing and empowering direct reports.
• Provide excellent technical and regulatory knowledge and advice relating to biological safety or product characterization.
• Represent the department during internal and external audits, client meetings, business meetings & industry forums.
• Act as the direct point of contact for client focused discussions relating to custom test strategies and enabling business growth through delivery of custom services.
• Resourcing and capacity planning and providing financial stewardship for capital expenditure budget.
• Supporting short & mid-term R&D strategy planning.
• Establishing a client-oriented culture within the team. Who You Are: Minimum Qualifications:
  • Master's degree in Biological Sciences, Chemistry or related subject.
  • 10+ years' experience working in industry roles or combined with innovative post-graduate research.
  • Must have experience working in a regulated environment.
  • Knowledge of method development and validation requirements to support drug product safety & characterization.
  • Knowledge of biological drug product manufacturing and QC testing strategies.
  • Ability to travel locally and globally (travel expected to be less than 10%). Preferred Qualifications:
    • Ph.D in Biological Sciences, Chemistry or related subject.
    • Proven track record of delivering projects to deadlines.
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Job Requisition ID: 212274 Career Level: E - Professional (10+ years) Working time model: full-time Careers during Covid-19
      Thank you for visiting our careers website, we are always looking for curious minds to join our teams. We understand how much the world is being impacted by the Covid-19 crisis and we want to assure you that your safety is very important to us. To ensure that everyone's health is protected, instead of a standard face-to-face interview, it is likely that you will be offered alternative digital interview options. US Disclosure
      The Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity--employer. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, gender identity, transgender status, marital status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy of Equal Employment Opportunity applies to all policies and programs relating to recruitment and hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Any applicant or employee who believes they have been discriminated against by the Company or anyone acting on behalf of the Company must report any concerns to their Human Resources Business Partner, Legal, or Compliance immediately. The Company will not retaliate against any individual because they made a good faith report of discrimination. North America Disclosure
      The Company is committed to accessibility in its workplaces, including during the job application process. Applicants who may require accommodation during the application process should speak with our HR Services team at 855 444 5678 from--8:00am--to--5:30pm--ET Monday through Friday.

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