Chief Scientific Officer

1 month ago


Lancashire UK, North West England, United Kingdom Skills Alliance Full time

Our client has over 30 years’ history in the Nutraceutical and Pharmaceutical industry and has played a key role in driving innovation and increasing awareness. They sell products in over 45 countries and have ambitious plans to continue their international expansion delivering strong and consistent double-digit growth.


We are looking a CSO to join the team as a visionary leader to set the group’s strategic direction and oversee the design and delivery of research programs while providing leadership to the R&D team.


R&D's primary role is to provide a steady pipeline of new, and/or improved products which have the potential to significantly grow the business. In addition, the CSO will give scientific guidance and input wherever required; this may include dealings with regulatory authorities, competitor challenges, legal cases, and issues that arise where a robust and measured scientific approach is required.


Desired Skills & Experience

  • A degree or (preferably) PhD in a scientific discipline
  • At least 10 years industry experience in similar senior roles (from any industry)
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, time management and IT skills
  • Excellent time management skills


This person will be:

  • A quick learner
  • Posses scientific credibility
  • An excellent communicator
  • A self-motivator
  • Flexible
  • Hard working
  • Enthusiastic
  • A team player
  • Able to manage and prioritise multiple demands
  • Able to negotiate business arrangements with customers and suppliers
  • Have proficient core technical knowledge


The post holder will be expected to:

  • Act with honesty and integrity at all times
  • Demonstrate high standards of personal conduct
  • Value and respect colleagues and other members of staff
  • Work with others to develop and improve our services
  • Take personal responsibility for their words and actions and the quality of service they deliver



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