Key responsibilities:

• As Subject matter expert, you will be responsible for the technical strategic programme in the field of Inhalation
• Responsible for portfolio of projects within the programme, from ideation to launch including prioritisation, governance, resourcing and overall budget management
• Promotes the scientific excellence and innovation in the field of Inhalation and contributes with technical expertise to expand the Intellectual Property, product and technology portfolios.
• Lead the development and implementation of the R&D strategy for Inhalation
• Supervise projects within the field of Inhalation, providing technical expertise and support to the project leads ensuring the right networks are developed internally and externally
• Review complex projects within the area to promote innovative approaches leading to the generation of IP (patents or trade secrets)
• Liaise with key customers, supporting the Sales Team, to guarantee an informed discussion about Hovione technical competencies and capabilities
• Speak at Scientific Events and represent the company in international scientific forums
• Ensure the strategic programme supports business strategy and meets market needs
• Carry out tasks and duties in a safe manner, in accordance with instructions, and to comply with environmental, health & safety rules/procedures, regulations and codes of practice

Your profile:

• PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Sciences, Pharmaceutical Technology or similar scientific field
• Typically requires 12-18 years of relevant experience in Research & Development and/or Operations in the Pharmaceutical Industry. A Ph.D. degree in a relevant scientific field is typically considered equivalent to 4 years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated experience in the field of inhalation, developing novel formulations, establishing pipeline of new products
• Previous experience in both internal and external stakeholder management
• Experience in establishing external collaborations and licensing technologies
• Fluency in English is a requirement
• Computer literate with good working knowledge of the MS Office package
• Must have the Knowledge, Experience and Skills to conduct their tasks in accordance with the rules and procedures set down

• Actively contributes to the development and implementation of compnay’s strategy for the area and the standardization of best practices
• Supervise projects within the area, proving technical expertise and best practices to the area TMs and ensuring the right networks are developed, internally and externally
• Assess potential future activities from a scientific perspective and estimate the resources required, including costs estimation
• Review complex projects within the area to promote innovative approaches that can lead to the generation of IP (patents or trade secrets)
• Liaise with key customers, supporting the Sales Team, to guarantee an informed discussion about company technical competencies and capabilities
• Ensure there is a continuous improvement mindset in the project implementation to enhance productivity, decrease costs and deliver the best service to our customers
• Speak at Scientific Events and represent the company in international scientific forums
• Address gaps in technical competencies by coaching and developing team members with the area
• Lead multiple work fronts and ensure the implementation of best practice improvements within the area
• Show business acumen, see the big picture and understand the impact of decisions on the business
• Is regarded as a Subject Matter Expert within the company
• Execute professional activities in compliance with GMP and HSE guidelines, internal and external requirements as well as promote the implementation and maintenance of company´s policies, systems and procedures (COPs, HBR, SOPs and others)
• Carry out assigned tasks and duties in a safe manner, in accordance with instructions, and to comply with environmental, health & safety rules/procedures, regulations and codes of practice

• PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Sciences, Pharmaceutical Technology or similar scientific field
• Typically requires 12-18 years of relevant experience in Research & Development and/or Operations in the Pharmaceutical Industry. A Ph.D. degree in a relevant scientific field is typically considered equivalent to 4 years of relevant experience.
• Expert in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Organic Chemistry and Unit Operations, or of Reaction Engineering, Heat Transfer, Scale-up, Process Safety and Industrial Operations, or of drug product unit operations, solids flow phenomena and process equipment
• Knowledge of mathematics, preferably data management, statistics and first principles modeling (preferred)
• Fluency in English is a requirement
• Computer literate with good working knowledge of the MS Office package
• Must have the Knowledge, Experience and Skills to conduct their tasks in accordance with the rules and procedures set down

Key responsibilities:

• Actively contributes to the development and implementation of company’s strategy for the area and the standardization of best practices
• Supervise projects within the area, proving technical expertise and best practices to the area TMs and ensuring the right networks are developed, internally and externally
• Assess potential future activities from a scientific perspective and estimate the resources required, including costs estimation
• Review complex projects within the area to promote innovative approaches that can lead to the generation of IP (patents or trade secrets)
• Liaise with key customers, supporting the Sales Team, to guarantee an informed discussion about company technical competencies and capabilities
• Ensure there is a continuous improvement mindset in the project implementation to enhance productivity, decrease costs and deliver the best service to our customers
• Speak at Scientific Events and represent the company in international scientific forums
• Address gaps in technical competencies by coaching and developing team members with the area
• Lead multiple work fronts and ensure the implementation of best practice improvements within the area
• Show business acumen, see the big picture and understand the impact of decisions on the business
• Is regarded as a Subject Matter Expert within the company
• Execute professional activities in compliance with GMP and HSE guidelines, internal and external requirements as well as promote the implementation and maintenance of company’s policies, systems and procedures (COPs, HBR, SOPs and others)
• Carry out assigned tasks and duties in a safe manner, in accordance with instructions, and to comply with environmental, health & safety rules/procedures, regulations and codes of practice

Your profile:

• PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Sciences, Pharmaceutical Technology or similar scientific field
• Typically requires 12-18 years of relevant experience in Research & Development and/or Operations in the Pharmaceutical Industry. A Ph.D. degree in a relevant scientific field is typically considered equivalent to 4 years of relevant experience.
• Expert in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Organic Chemistry and Unit Operations, or of Reaction Engineering, Heat Transfer, Scale-up, Process Safety and Industrial Operations, or of drug product unit operations, solids flow phenomena and process equipment
• Knowledge of mathematics, preferably data management, statistics and first principles modelling (preferred)
• Fluency in English is a requirement
• Computer literate with good working knowledge of the MS Office package
• Must have the Knowledge, Experience and Skills to conduct their tasks in accordance with the rules and procedures set down

Key responsibilities:

• Apply strategic-thinking and forward planning to the area projects and implement the necessary actions to promote faultless execution
• Assure the adequate planning of area activities in line with clients and internal requirements and ensuring the liaison with relevant third parties
• Ensure that all projects are staffed appropriately and that the materials requirements of the area are met to guarantee all area’s responsibilities are met and the group is able to exceed customers’ expectations
• Ensure the information flow between all R&D areas and other relevant stakeholders
• Ensure scientific development activities occur with the right level of guidance and technical know-how
• Propose new technologies and methodologies and the necessary investments and resources taking in account both specific driven project objectives and the group scientific and technical objectives and support in their implementation
• Review and approve the protocols, reports and documentation prepared in the Area
• Ensure the continuous improvement and subsequent implementation of new methodologies that can efficiently support process development
• Promote scientific activities (e. seminars, congress participations, innovation ideas, papers and publications) and innovation within the team and encourage the sharing of knowledge with other teams
• Be part of problem-solving processes as required by the team
• Coordinate the TMs assigned to his/her area of responsibility, namely in terms of recruitment, integration, training needs and performance management in accordance with the company's HR policies, in order to ensure all TMs are aligned and motivated towards achieving goals, values and culture by promoting their personal and professional development whilst maximizing productivity.
• Develop and propose for superior approval the activity plan and related budget for the Area under responsibility in line with the unit's strategy, in order to align activities with area strategic objectives
• Monitor area´s budget, by controlling budget evolution, identifying any deviations between the real and the foreseen and taking corrective measures
• Ensure compliance with GMP and HSE guidelines, internal and external requirements as well as promote the implementation and maintenance of policies, systems and procedures (COPs, HBR, SOPs and others) within his/ her TMs
• Carry out assigned tasks and duties in a safe manner, in accordance with instructions, and to comply with environmental, health & safety rules/procedures, regulations and codes of practice

Your profile:

• Masters’ degree in Chemistry, Engineering (e.g. Chemical, Mechanical, Biological), Materials Sciences, Pharmaceutical Technology, or related field
• Typically requires 10 years of relevant experience in Research & Development and/or Operations in the Pharmaceutical Industry and coordinating a team
• Proven leadership experience
• Effective time management skills and the ability to multitask
• Track record of overachieving targets
• Possess extensive knowledge of oral drug product formulation, spray drying and amorphous solid dispersions or pharmaceutical unit Operations,  scale-up, solids flow phenomena and process equipment principles and practices and is able to effectively share them with others
• Good communication skills (verbal and written)
• Skilled at managing complex processes and tools
• Fluency in English is a requirement
• Must have the Knowledge, Experience and Skills to conduct their tasks in accordance with the rules and procedures set down

• Continuously raise our profile of company in the industry as Drug Product Development experts seeking to be the preferential partners to target pharmaceutical companies
• Bridge Chemistry and Final Dosage Form and therefore contribute decisively to offer a fully integrated package, attractive to both Small and Large Pharma
• Continuously improve the performance of the DPD group, by being energized with breaking new ground every day and by providing an outstanding service to our partners
• Ensure that activities are performed in an increasingly efficient manner and with the existing resources and within the agreed budgets
• Supervise DPD projects ensuring perfect technical execution, customer satisfaction and the achievement of the established objectives
• Promote continuously innovation and gains of knowledge within the company, proposing new differentiators (e.g. novel technologies or methodologies) for the company
• Promote the company internationally through presentations, patents and scientific papers
• Ensure all DPD activities are carried out according to Hovione HSE policy
• Establish the technological strategy within his/her Group
• Implement new methodologies within the DPD Group
• Train team members in other CRD sites and guarantee common standards
• Coordinate the work in the laboratories of the DPD group
• Establish career development plans and training plans
• Support technically the sales force and the Business Unit
• Assess technically new projects
• Supervise all projects within his/her Group
• Write and approve technical reports
• Prepare documentation concerning manufacturing processes, operating manuals and procedures.

Your profile:

• With University degree in the field of Engineering, Science or Pharmacy, preferable in Chemical Engineering, Materials Sciences or Pharmaceutical Technology
• With leadership, Team Management Communication skills
• Excellent business sense
• Result driven, team player, able to deal with multiple projects/tasks
• Fluent in English (minimum CAE level)
• Leadership and management skills
• Experience in cGMP's and HSEE rules
• With knowledge of Drug Product Development Technologies, Process Development and Optimization
• Worked for a minimum of 4 years in the field of Drug Product Development technologies
• Analytical minded
• Problem solving
• Availability, autonomy and ability to take ownership