Scientific Leader (Particle Size Technical Expert)

We are building a state-of-the-art end to end Biopharm capability which delivers efficient discovery of antibody and small molecules that are selected and engineered for rapid development so that, together with our therapy area partners, we discover, develop and manufacture novel portfolio of exciting medicines to benefit patients around the world. If you aim to be part of a global cutting edge drug development and discovery organization and are motivated to contribute towards bringing lifesaving drugs to patients, join us! Click to know more about GSK Biopharm. #GSKBiopharm_Development The Scientific Leader (Particle Size Technical Expert) is responsible for providing strategic and technical leadership for the development, validation, implementation, and technology transfer of analytical methods to support advancement of clinical development pipeline. You will use your particle size characterization and measurement knowledge and expertise to ensure robust analytical methods are deployed across R&D and QC laboratories to enable accelerating development and delivery of innovative medicines. This is a fast-paced and dynamic role where you will lead a team of particle size characterization and measurement scientists to design and conduct laboratory studies to develop control strategy required for quality assurance and regulatory success. You will also be accountable for development of talents and strategic direction of the team. The environment is highly technical and dynamic requiring collaborations across multi-disciplinary to provide holistic understanding of the relationship between crystal structure and powder properties for immediate release and/or long-acting injectable suspensions and solutions. You will thrive in this environment if you are able to effectively prioritize and manage multiple tasks, communicate your recommendations clearly, and if you are a team player who is ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and do the right thing. Key Responsibilities: Scientific Excellence: Develop particle size control strategy by developing robust analytical methods to ensure for quality assurance and regulatory success. Design laboratory studies for understanding of the structural and bulk properties of an active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) to its performance downstream to inform decision making as well as drug product linking material properties to preclinical and clinical performance Project Leadership and Communications: Collaborate and/or lead effectively in matrix team environment of multi-disciplinary experts comprising of Process Chemists, Analytical Scientists, Particle Development and Formation Engineers, Modellers, Formulators and Material Scientists. Communicate effectively at internal and regulatory meetings to support CMC strategy of project development. Team Management and Talents Development: Provide leadership for development of performance objectives, and development of talents through coaching and mentoring for technical and career growth. Quality and Safety Compliance: Ensure compliance with cGMP and Safety regulations and GSK policies for data integrity and documentation management. Ensure analytical instruments are qualified and maintained to standards. Why you? Basic Qualifications: We are looking for professionals with these required skills to achieve our goals: Experience in technical and people leadership B.S. in Analytical Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science or related science discipline with 10+ years of experience Masters in Analytical Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science or related science discipline with 8+ years of experience PhD in Analytical Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science or related science discipline with 5+ years of experience Preferred Qualifications: If you have the following characteristics, it would be a plus: Experience in particle size characterization, method development, validation, and transfer in a GMP environment Experience and expertise with multiple physical and solid-state characterization techniques Experience and expertise with the physical characterization of long acting injectables Why GSK? At GSK, we have already delivered unprecedented change over the past four years, improving R&D, becoming a leader in Consumer Healthcare, strengthening our leadership, and transforming our commercial execution. Now, we're making the most significant changes we've made to our business in over 20 years. We're on track to separate and create two new companies in 2022: New GSK with a leading portfolio of vaccines and specialty medicines as well as R&D based on immune system and genetics science; and a new world-leading consumer healthcare company of loved and trusted brands. With new ambition comes new purpose. For New GSK, this is to unite science, talent, and technology to get ahead of disease together - all with the clear ambition of delivering human health impact; stronger and more sustainable shareholder returns; and as a new GSK where outstanding people thrive. Getting ahead means preventing disease as well as treating it. How we do all this is through our people and our culture. A culture that is ambitious for patients - so we deliver what matters better and faster; accountable for impact - with clear ownership of goals and support to succeed; and where we do the right thing. So, if you're ready to improve the lives of billions, join us at this exciting moment in our journey. Join our challenge to get Ahead Together. *LI-GSK GSKBiopharm_Development If you require an accommodation or other assistance to apply for a job at GSK, please contact the GSK Service Centre at 1-877-694-7547 (US Toll Free) or +1 801 567 5155 (outside US). GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer and, in the US, we adhere to Affirmative Action principles. 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