Vice President Research and Development

Proclinical is currently working with a fast-growing pharmaceutical company that is seeking a Vice President Research and Development to be based in Taipei, Taiwan on a permanent basis. Our client is seeking an experienced driven individual who is willing to relocate to Taipei, Taiwan for the duration of this role, all relocation cost will be covered by the client and a full expat package will be provided. Mandarin is an essential requirement for this role.

Job Responsibilties:

• Set strategic direction, determine goals/objectives/priorities for multi-disciplinary team of scientists with responsibility for product formulation, method development, method validation, stability testing, R&D tech transfer, Authorities deficiency response and technical filings.
• Ensure constant flow of ANDA and NDA filings for new project launches, through oversight of project timelines and budgets.
• Overall team leadership including: setting individual/team goal, ensuring employee development, providing on-going coaching and feedback, recognizing employees for their contributions and creating an inclusive and safe work environment.
• Ensure (internal and external) audits and review procedures, processes, data and laboratory preparedness for inspections.
• Ensure all work is completed within cGMP, SOP, FDA, ICH guidelines, including ensuring staff is fully trained in all requirements.
• Provide technical direction and guidance to the team in response to deficiency letters and ensure timely deliverables.
• Prepare and manage budgets for staffing resources, laboratory supplies and capital expenditures
• Participate as a member (key driver) of cross-functional teams including partnership with Regulatory, R&D, Manufacturing, Procurement, etc., to ensure achievement of company goals.
• Identifies new technology for implementation to ensure R&D remains current with the industry.

Skills and Requirements:

• Master degree in Chemistry or Life Sciences.
• 10+ years of experience in the area of generic drug development.
• Thorough knowledge of oral dosage forms is required, including understanding of production, clinical studies and regulatory requirements.
• 5+ years supervisory experience of multi-disciplinary R&D organization, including leadership of people managers.
• Proven ability to provide leadership, set strategic direction for a multi-disciplinary R&D team.
• Strong people leadership skills including setting individual and team goals, providing feedback, recognizing strong performance, providing coaching and facilitating career development.
• Strong interpersonal skills to influence and guide internal and external stakeholders effectively.
• Ability to partner cross-functionally and work on cross-functional teams (QA/QC, Regulatory, Manufacturing, Procurement, etc.).
• Project management skills and understanding of financial aspects including ability to anticipate and manage internal and external resource needs (people, information, technologies, time, and capital).
• Proven ability to manage progress and delivery of consistent flow of ANDA and NDA filings.
• Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills (English).
• Willing to travel between the three sites (50% time).

To Apply:
Please click on the Apply button. Please include a short note outlining why you are interested in the role and why you think you are suitable.
In case you have difficulty in applying or if you have any questions, please call Andrew Shen on +1 646 367 1089 or upload your CV on our website - www.Proclinical.com.
A full job description is available on request.
Proclinical is a specialist employment agency and recruitment business, providing job opportunities within major pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device companies.

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