Director of Chemistry

2 months ago


Harrogate, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom Smithers Full time

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced and skilled Chemistry Department Head to lead our team at Smithers. As a key member of our Environmental Risk Sciences Limited Division, you will be responsible for managing the Chemistry Department and providing leadership to ResChem Analytical Limited.

About the Role

The successful candidate will have a strong background in chemistry and experience in managing a team of scientists and technicians. You will be responsible for conducting all work in compliance with applicable regulatory requirements, including GLP regulations. This will involve directing and supervising staff to conduct a broad range of regulated studies, as well as managing and supervising subordinate activities related to the conduct, analysis, evaluation, and reporting of contracted studies.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage the Chemistry Department and provide leadership to ResChem Analytical Limited
  • Conduct all work in compliance with applicable regulatory requirements, including GLP regulations
  • Direct and supervise staff to conduct a broad range of regulated studies
  • Manage and supervise subordinate activities related to the conduct, analysis, evaluation, and reporting of contracted studies
  • 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

  • Education 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

About Smithers

Smithers is a leading provider of analytical and product chemistry support services for the pharmaceutical, agricultural, industrial, and specialty chemical, and personal care industries. Our team includes experienced scientists and technicians offering a broad range of skills and areas of expertise.


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