Senior Director R&D CDMO

Organization: - Jubilant Ingrevia Limited

Designation & Level: - Senior Director R&D

Location: - Greater Noida

Reporting Manager: - Sr. Vice President R&D Fine Chemicals

Direct Reports: -

Team Size: - 20+

Matrix Relationship: - Yes

Job Summary:

To lead and oversee the R&D function, focusing on CDMO for Pharma, Microbial Control Solutions (MCS), and Agrochemicals. This role is responsible for building competencies in R&D resources, ensuring safety and compliance, succession planning, and achieving project targets.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Leadership and Competency Building:
• Develop and implement strategies to build and enhance competencies within the R&D team.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and innovation.
• Mentor and coach R&D staff to achieve their full potential.
2. Safety and Compliance:
• Ensure all safety parameters are met and maintain a zero-accident record during process development.
• Implement and monitor safety protocols and procedures in the R&D department.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards.
3. Succession Planning and Talent Management:
• Develop and implement the company's standard policy for succession planning.
• Identify and develop new leaders within the R&D department.
• Implement strategies to reduce attrition rates and retain top talent.
4. Project Management:
• Ensure target Quality, costs and safety parameters are met for CDMO, and MCS projects.
• Ensure the timely preparation of in-phase development molecules meeting the customer requirements
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources effectively.
5. Innovation and Intellectual Property:
• Drive innovation in R&D projects and ensure the development of cost effective, environment friendly, non-infringing processes.
• Oversee the filing of patents and manage intellectual property related to R&D activities.
6. Collaboration and Communication:
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production, quality, and regulatory affairs.
• Communicate R&D progress and achievements to senior management and stakeholders.
• Represent the company at industry conferences and events

The Person

• Educational Qualifications:
• Ph.D. or Master's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 18 years of experience in R&D, with at least 5-7 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven track record in CDMO for Pharma and Semiconductor industries, Microbial Control Solutions, and Agrochemicals.
• Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills.
• In-depth knowledge of Pharma, Agrochemical & safety regulations and compliance standards.
• Experience in succession planning and talent management.
• Demonstrated ability to innovate and manage intellectual property
• Skills and Abilities:
• Strategic Thinking
• Leadership and Team Development
• Safety and Compliance Management
• Project Management
• Innovation and Intellectual Property Management
• Collaboration and Communication

Whats on Offer:

• Opportunity to work with the only Indian company in Global Lighthouse Network under World Economic Forum in the chemical sector.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Career growth opportunities in a rapidly evolving industry