Senior/Executive Director, CGT and Biologics Bioanalysis

, PA, United States

Pharmaron is a full-service contract research organization (CRO) developing innovative services and solutions for the pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device, and regenerative medicine industry. Our services include research and testing for small molecules, large molecules, biologics, medical device, and cell and gene therapy products. The company's US Lab Services and CGT facilities are strategically located in Philadelphia, San Diego, Germantown, and Boston, servicing hundreds of customers throughout the world. Our facilities are USDA registered, NIH assured, AAALAC accredited, GLP & cGMP compliant, ISO certified, DEA licensed, OLAW assured, and FDA inspected. Our focus is to maintain accuracy, timelines, and reliability at every stage of development. For more information on the company's comprehensive contract services and applied research programs, please visit www.pharmaron.com

Responsible for the overall revenue growth and scientific management of the CGT and Biologics Bioanalytical division for Pharmaron US Lab Services sites. This includes oversight of all activities (R&D to GLP), including project and timeline management, budget, personnel, P&L, and quality control across the three east coast sites of Philadelphia (Exton), Boston (Woburn), and Germantown.

The Senior/Executive Director, CGT and Biologics Bioanalysis acts as a central resource to strengthen BA services across Pharmaron US sites and execute a BA strategy in-line with the initiatives of Pharmaron US Lab Services and CGT.

Roles & Responsibilities

Serves as the business owner with direct responsibility for growing the revenues of CGT and Biologics bioanalysis and the service line's gross profit margin.

Drives business growth by providing existing and potential new clients with scientific confidence to win studies and ensuring successful project execution through effective team leadership, project management, and compliance with quality standards.

Works closely with Executive Management and Bioanalytical teams supporting complementary analytical modalities, Business Development, and Marketing to strengthen the sales of stand-alone and integrated CGT and Biologics BA services.

Directs the activities of the technical and project management groups supporting CGT and Biologics Bioanalysis.

Establishes strong relationships with internal and external key stakeholders to ensure the timely and successful completion of all projects.

Collaborates with Executive Management, Operations, and Business Development for strategic support and resources (e.g., personnel, facilities, equipment, qualified leads/opportunities etc.)

Responsible for the sound project and financial management of the group, including preparation of and adherence to budgets and standards for cost measurement.

Collaborates with all US sites and related Pharmaron divisions to integrate bioanalytical capabilities with the goal of increasing efficiencies and opportunities with clients.

Leads site-specific and integrated (i.e., across site) process improvements in collaboration with local site leadership and Executive Management. This could include strengthening the program management team to facilitate delivery of cross-site projects or developing/strengthening scientific and organizational leadership at any of the CGT and Biologics BA sites to parallel overall growth expectations.

Identifies and recommends new capabilities to be added to service offerings based on client interactions, engagement with business development team, literature, and/or competitor review.

Serves as a key contact to advance or assist in closing bioanalytical opportunities.

Maintains knowledge of emerging technologies and trends to augment Pharmaron's overall CGT and Biologics bioanalytical capabilities.

Influences and impacts industry standards and regulations

Positions Pharmaron as an industry leader in CGT and Biologics Bioanalysis and participates in strengthening this service line across Pharmaron.

Drives external presence through tracking and facilitating conference attendance, including podium and poster presentations, and client interactions.

Provides personnel development and mentoring support to Pharmaron scientists to position the organization for future growth.

Leverages a strong business acumen to partner with the business development ensuring an improved win rate for bioanalytical opportunities.

This position has the responsibility for a staff of 20+.

On-site presence: The position requires constant interactions with team members and being available to multi-site team members based on their needs.

Travel will be required across the sites that support the Service Line and for other work-related purposes.

Qualifications & Experience

Advanced degree in a related scientific field

An established track record of leading/enabling horizontal integration

Extensive scientific, project delivery, and people management experience.

Experience in CGT and Biologics bioanalysis.

Experience in budget management and business development.

Knowledge, Skills & Attributes

Broad and deep understanding of technology needs and direction in this space to build a world-class/industry leading service line.

Proficiency in promoting scientific excellence

Strong knowledge of regulations governing bioanalytical testing as mandated by governing bodies.

Strong business acumen

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability to make timely decisions.

Ability to communicate clearly and efficiently (written & verbal)

Willingness to take ownership and execute multiple projects.

Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to communicate and work with all levels of the organization

Ability to influence in a matrixed environment.

Benefits:

Pharmaron cares about our work community and offers a variety of benefits allowing employees the opportunity to customize a benefits package that meets their personal needs. Company benefits include the following:

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Plan with Employer Contribution

Health Reimbursement Account Funded by Employer

Healthcare & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Life and AD&D Insurance 100% Employer Paid

Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance for Employee, Spouse & Child(ren)

Short and Long Term Disability 100% Employer Paid

401k with Employer Match

Employee Assistance Program

Pharmaron is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

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