Job Introduction We are looking for: Vice President of Integrated Drug Discovery Services who will: Plan and direct all aspects of UK Drug Discovery Group operation & organization, scientific, people and business strategy. Strategy to be agreed with China Exec team. Support business growth by identifying new business opportunities and strategies to win business Work with stakeholders to drive Drug Discovery business at Pharmaron; investigate and identify new technologies that align department goals with global organization Contribute to the development of a global DDS strategy working with colleagues in UK, China and clients globally Develop and implement an R&D programme to help build differentiation for DDS services. At Pharmaron we offer: Vibrant and dynamic employment – we are a highly specialised, growth company operating in a critical sector of the economy – our future is strong and exciting! Opportunities to develop your skills and yourself – our rapid growth brings greater opportunities for you to learn and grow faster! A great team where we all support each other – enjoy your work – after all you spend about a third of your time here! Key roles and responsibilities: Develop a modified strategy for Hoddesdon Drug Discovery that is financially sustainable and has appropriate market demand, meets group expectations and can be delivered. Ensure delivery of client drug discovery projects, resolving complex issues and achieving scientific excellence Ensure Group complies with relevant corporate guidelines, policies, confidentiality Embed a learning culture of scientific challenge, continuous improvement where best practice is implemented Responsible for Group performance management, salary review & bonus Recruit, maintain, motivate, develop Group providing scientific support, training, personal development and career growth opportunities Ensure succession plan/strategy for key roles Responsible for department budget, P&L Lead client interactions, represent Pharmaron and Drug Discovery at a high level, promoting scientific excellence, business continuity & expansion Present plans, strategy, objectives and achievements to internal stakeholders including local and global senior management Work in close collaboration with Business Development to deliver business proposals, capability development activities to meet company business objectives Provide technical, scientific project experience to individual project teams As part of site senior management team work with UK operations to achieve budgeting, planning, cross-site & department strategic objectives Travel to Pharmaron sites in China and to partner sites is likely to be required The role requires meticulous attention to detail and for all work to be conducted strictly in accordance with company Policies and Procedures and Standard Operating Procedures Follow and promote all Health, Safety and Environmental requirements that are defined on work instructions or communicated in training Responsible to maintain own training file Ensure that any operating practice or defect, which may affect safety at work, is brought to the attention of Management Qualifications & Experience MSc or PhD in appropriate Life Sciences Experience of at least 10 years in the Pharma, Biotech, CRO industry at senior levels Knowledge & Skills Strong commercial vision for the market and able to work to develop an attractive commercial/business strategy Able to lead technical teams Comfortable working in an international environment. Good collaboration skills local and globally People management, planning and organisational skills Business development acumen and ability to interact extensively with customers at a senior level Ability to manage collaboration with China to ensure effective project delivery Good time-management and prioritisation skills Understand financial metrics and demonstrate an ability to manage a P&L to deliver financial targets would be advantageous. ATTRIBUTES & BEHAVIOUR Positive “can do” attitude Strong leadership abilities with a ‘lead by example’ example approach that is embraced, respected and valued by team members Entrepreneurial Passion for innovation and problem-solving Outstanding decision making and ability to influence Bravery - Asking the right questions and challenging the assumptions Being Dispassionately Passionate - remaining coldly logical about feelings and beliefs to be able to make better, more effective decisions. Perceptive Strong team player and ready to support co-workers and peers Ability to adapt quickly to new priorities/emerging data Decide and communicate clearly scientific and organisational strategy Excellent oral and written communication skills with a proven ability to communicate complex scientific concepts to a diverse audience Work in multi-disciplinary teams Work across geographies and cultures Our Company: “We are a dynamic, fast-growing company, with an enviable reputation for leading edge science, offering contract research services to some of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies, solving what were believed to be unsolvable scientific challenges”. We believe in our ability to relentlessly push forward the boundaries of scientific excellence, delivering solutions for our clients, always operating ethically and with integrity. We take pride in our professionalism and commitment to always deliver our very best work. Pharmaron acquired the Hoddesdon campus, consisting of several purpose built scientific and administrative buildings together with a purpose built conference area in February 2017. The research building has more than 5,000m2 of premier R&D space and houses an established Process Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry and Drug Discovery teams. In addition, a Formulation Development team was also recently established. The Hoddesdon site has state-of-the-art Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standard facilities for the development of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API), Formulation Development (FD) and Process Chemistry (PC). We offer a competitive salary and a progressive and comprehensive suite of employee benefits. We offer state of the art working environment on site. We offer the opportunity for growth and development and will support funding for relevant training and development programmes. Why Should You Apply? This is an opportunity for you as a senior professional to make a real impact in a highly scientific and regulated environment, demonstrate leadership, ambition and the desire to grow with the department. Build and shape your career in an environment that sets and commits to the highest standards. To be part of a team who support each other, embrace and solve technical challenges and put excellence at the heart of all that we do. Pharmaron is a premier R&D service company supporting the life sciences industry. Founded in 2004, Pharmaron has invested in its people and facilities having established diverse drug R&D service capabilities, ranging from synthetic, medicinal, and analytical chemistry, biology, DMPK, pharmacology, drug safety assessment, radiochemistry and isotopically labelled metabolism, chemical & pharmaceutical development to clinical development. With operations in China, US and UK staffed by over 19,000 employees, Pharmaron has an excellent track record in the delivery of R&D solutions to its partners in North America, Europe, Japan, and China.