Head Of Research And Development

JOB DESCRIPTION / ROLE

Employment: Full Time

Job Description

A reputable and well-established pharmaceutical company is actively recruiting a head of research & development for their team in Jeddah.

Please note that you must meet all the criteria set out below for your application to be considered. Suitable candidates will be contacted within 5 working days. If you are not contacted by us within that time, please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion.

Main Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute the R&D strategy aligned with the company's goals and market needs.
  • Lead the formulation, design, and development of new products.
  • Manage and optimize the R&D budget, ensuring cost efficiency and timely delivery of projects.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including regulatory, quality, and manufacturing to ensure project success.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Monitor industry trends, market developments, and competitor activities.

Qualifications

  • Master's or PhD in pharmaceutical sciences or a related field.
  • Minimum 20 years of experience in research & development roles within the pharmaceuticals industry.
  • At least 15 years of experience in regulated market formulation development.
  • Proven track record of successful product development and commercialization.
  • Must have knowledge of DMF, CTD, and cGMP/GLP.
  • Solid knowledge of EU, US FDA, GCC, SFDA, and ICH regulations and guidelines on drug development and submissions both pre and post approval.
  • Good knowledge of GCP and application regulations, guidelines, and regulatory processes.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, SAP, or other ERP systems.
  • Applicants should be available for face-to-face interviews in the location mentioned above.

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ABOUT THE COMPANY

Kinetic is a Middle East-based company that has been successfully providing a full range of recruitment solutions for leading Pharmaceutical, Agritech, Medical Device, Chemical and Sustainability organizations since 2012.

We provide an executive search service geared to any level of roles within these verticals which is led by industry experts. Our service is driven by innovative, established and proven research teams who customize each individual requirement from our clients.

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