Director Global Scientific& Technical Excellence Health Science- Drug Devel

at  SGS

Company Description
We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories around the world.
Job Description
The Director Global Scientific & Technical Excellence is primarily responsible for –

QUALIFICATIONS

• Scientific background (PhD or equivalent level) in a discipline relevant for the Health Science business segment (pharmaceutical sciences, biotechnology, biochemistry, biology, chemistry, etc.)
• Additional degree in business is an asset
• Minimum 10 years’ relevant experience in the (Bio-)Pharmaceutical industry, and/or Contract Research and Analytical Testing services to the (bio-)pharmaceutical industry
• Relevant experiences include – Manufacturing, Analytical Development, Quality Assurance/Quality Control (in a scientific, technical, business development, or project management role)
• In-depth experience of Pharma GMP environment, drug development and CMC regulatory requirements
• Ability to drive technical sales and new service development
• Existing relationships with industry customers an asset
• A self-starter able to mobilize and inspire teams with a ‘can-do’ attitude
• Experience in project-oriented, multidisciplinary and multicultural environments
• Fluent in English (written and verbal) – other language(s) would be an asset

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

• Excellent communication skills and ability to explain complex topics effectively at all levels of the organization (especially Senior Leadership, Authority Officials, Key Opinion Leaders)

INNOVATION & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT SKILLS

• Ability to think strategically and translate scientific and technological developments into business opportunities and new service innovations

LEADERSHIP SKILLS

• Outstanding ability to foster collaboration and work effectively with multidisciplinary and multicultural teams
• Hands-on, open-minded, and proactive team player
• Ability to work under pressure
  Additional Information
  Flexibility to travel internationally (20%) is required

• Provide expert guidance to internal (SGS Management, Health Science Network) and external stakeholders (Customers, Health Authorities) on all aspects of Health Science Analytical Testing services
• Provide scientific and technical support to Local, Regional and Global Teams – to assist in:
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• Evaluation of market and client needs

• Preparation of Business Case/CAPEX and subsequent implementation (method transfer/replication, validation/harmonization)
• Key client requests and/or complex projects
• Content development for Sales & Marketing activities (presentations, brochures, articles and scientific publications)
• Deliver customer presentations and consultations when required
• In collaboration with Global Quality Management, promote Quality Culture and Quality of operational service execution
• At all times, adopt a safe behavior by exercising due regard for the health and safety of SGS employees and clients, in line with SGS policies and procedures
• At all times, comply with SGS Code of Integrity and Professional Conduct