JOB OVERVIEW

Responsibilities:

On Product Development
– Manage the development of the company’s portfolio, for Lebanon and the export markets to ensure alignment with the market needs and compliance with regulatory guidelines and requirements
– Plan and identify needed resources in coordination with concerned parties
– Manage the company’s portfolio including timelines, cost and milestones; coordinate with concerned to ensure proper execution
– Approve jointly with the Quality Assurance Manager and Technical Manager, the final product formula
– Coordinate and approve the planning, execution and reporting of clinical studies and research projects, including bioequivalence studies
– Identify emerging trends and technologies while proactively integrating these elements into the department activities
– Manage and develop the portfolio of products eligible for regional out-licensing opportunities
– Attend local and international exhibitions to locate raw material suppliers, technology providers and to be aligned with newest trends and technologies
– Build Scientific and Research alliances and develop projects with the academic community, renowned -Research Centers and Technology providers, locally and internationally to ensure portfolio development
On Tech Transfer Management
– Contribute to the transfer of licensed products in coordination with the Site Manager
– Assist the Site Manager in the identification and allocation of needed resources and setting projects’ timelines and milestones
On Business Support
-Publish articles and documentation related to the Development activities in international journals
– Collaborate with the marketing team when needed to provide lectures on the most recent studies to the Scientific Office team and to the medical community
– Coordinate with the Regulatory Department to provide necessary documentation to ensure registration of products locally and internationally
– Provide Scientific information to all departments where necessary
– Provide Scientific input where necessary on drafts of regulations shared from authorities
– Actively contribute in the Business Development Committee for Scientific purposes
– Attend Scientific events as per the Department Business needs
On Team Management
– Manage and monitor the Pharmaceutical Technology, Analytical, Formulation and CMC teams to ensure timely execution of tasks
– On Customer Relations
– Participate in investigation and follow-up on non-conformities and customer complaints regarding product quality, in accordance with relevant procedures and GMP guidelines
On HR
– Contribute proactively with the Talent Acquisition Team in filling vacancies timely. Design/update related JD and on-boarding programs and ensure their proper understanding & implementation. Ensure an optimized structure in line with business priorities and performance
– Provide direct reports with needed resources/tools and guidance to fulfil their role properly and set their training needs and development plan in coordination with L&DM. Celebrate achievements, highlight people with potential to offer them perspective for growth
– Set direct reports annual Business Goals and required competencies and conduct quarterly feedback sessions to appraise their performance.
– Monitor continuously direct report productivity and take corrective actions in due time. Issue misconducts and enroll under-performers in related program
– Promote the Group’s culture, encourage loyalty, trust, a healthy working environment and teamwork. Personalize the motivational approach, empower and inspire the team to reach greatness
Qualifications:
– PHD in Pharmaceutical Sciences or Pharmaceutical Technology or related discipline
– Minimum 15 years of experience managing cross functional product development teams with timeline management and budgetary responsibility

Salary : $10,000+ Insurance Class A + Transportation + SIM Card

For foreigners : Accommodation + Travel Tickets (number of tickets depends on the Lebanese General Security requirements, as foreigners are typically required to enter and exit Lebanon every 3 months)