Requirements: English
Company: Werfen Immunoassay
Region: Lli d''Amunt , Catalunya
About the Company:
Werfen is a global leader in specialized diagnostics, committed to providing innovative solutions to hospitals and laboratories, powering patient care around the world. We are a privately owned company founded in 1966 in Barcelona, Spain. With the headquarter in Barcelona, it operates directly in 30 countries, more than 100 territories through distributors, and with a workforce of 7000 employees.
About the Role:
Reporting to R&D Biotech Director, the R&D Manager plans, organizes and implements controls for assigned programs in accordance with the objectives, and in full compliance with Design Control and other applicable regulations. Responsible for managing the assigned team and planning, budgeting and controlling assigned projects to ensure completion in accordance with established procedures, timelines and budgets.
Responsibilities:
Establish relationships with key opinion leaders in technological and clinical areas of interestManage the corresponding team in order to carry out the assigned research projectsGuarantee the correct execution of the project plan in close collaboration with project manager, group leaders and principal scientistsPerform an overall risk management process for projects, which includes an analysis of the technical and business impact when risks occur, and the implementation of mitigation plansPlan and coordinate the activities and analysis needed to each specific project regarding timing and resources (personnel, equipment, facilities, instrumentation, reagents, collaborations with other departments, both from the company and external ones)Ensure the discussion of the key results generated by the project team and redirect experiments, if necessaryConduct briefings and technical meetings for his/her line manager and inter-organizational managers concerning matters of significance to the companyPrepare budgets for projects and keep expenses under control for approved projectsEnsures compliant documentation, testing procedures and GMP manufacturing of productsPromote the training of all personnel under his/her responsibility through internal or external courses and attendance to national or international congressesPeriodically evaluate personnel according to the company proceduresPromote the preservation and dissemination of knowledge throughout the company
Qualifications:
Required: Bachelor''s degree (Licenciatura) in the biological or related sciences plus extensive work experience.Valuable: Any additional degree higher than that required in the previous sectionProfessional experience is required, minimum of ten (10) years scientific/in vitro diagnostic research experience required. Prior experience in a product development environment preferred.Proven experience in managing teams of highly qualified scientist and technicians
Required Skills / Knowledge:
Laboratory experienceExtensive knowledge of biological and chemical laboratory procedures. Ability to operate laboratory equipment.Extensive knowledge of immunoassays and/or biotechnological products development and / or manufacturingFamiliarity with design control and/or general manufacturing practices under the strong regulations needed to comply with IVDr and FDAProficiency in basic software tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Knowledge of SAP preferredLanguage: Fluency in Spanish or Catalan. Advanced knowledge of English (reading, speaking and writing)
What do we offer?
An incredible work atmosphere and a broad range of social benefits including health insurance, canteen, retirement plan, and much more.Global Impact: Contribute to the advancement of patient care worldwide through innovative specialized diagnostics.Growth Opportunities: Join a team of over 7,000 passionate professionals and grow your career with us.Dynamic Environment: Collaborate with teams across departments and countries to exceed customer expectations.