Director of Chemistry Leadership Opportunity

2 weeks ago


Harrogate, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom Smithers ERS Ltd Full time
Job Description

Job Title: Director of Chemistry

Company: Smithers ERS Ltd

Job Type: Full-time

Location: Harrogate site

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and skilled Director of Chemistry to lead our Chemistry Department and provide leadership to ResChem Analytical Limited. The successful candidate will have a strong background in chemistry, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to manage and supervise staff.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct all work in compliance with applicable regulatory requirements, including GLP regulations.
  • Direct and supervise staff conducting regulated studies.
  • Manage and supervise subordinate activities related to study conduct, analysis, evaluation, and reporting.
  • Ensure conformance to technical, quality assurance, and financial performance objectives.
  • Create and maintain administrative procedures to attain high standards of data quality and reliability.

Requirements:

  • Educated to a minimum level of BSc/MSc or equivalent in Chemistry, Environmental Sciences, or a related subject.
  • Relevant practical experience in a GLP environment, including working with Quality systems (GLP, GMP).
  • Demonstrated experience in delivering scientific services, including OTD, Client Focus, and Scheduling and Maximising Utilisation.
  • Financial acumen, including previous experience in managing a P&L.
  • Previous roles with a Management/Leadership focus, with the ability to demonstrate team-based credibility and skills in making metrics-driven decisions leading to positive outcomes.
  • Excellent ability to problem solve, IT skills, motivation, communication, and organizational skills.
  • Previous involvement in leading process improvements.

What We Offer:

  • Opportunities to work on diverse, challenging projects with bright, interesting colleagues.
  • A flexible and rewarding career.
  • A multitude of benefits.


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