The BioPharma Services Research & Development Scientific Manager/Senior Manager is primarily responsible for supporting and advancing the technical aspects of projects in the BP R&D department and managing R&D Associates within the department.BioPharma R&D Scientific Manager/Senior Manager Duties Include but are not Limited to the Following:Manage performance of assigned associates and ensure productivity and efficiencyAdminister work schedules and review/approve associate time sheetsEnsure laboratory associates have thorough understanding of assay theory, troubleshooting, and data analyses by serving as mentor and coachEnsure laboratory associates are up to date at all times with training.Monitor team productivity and ensure appropriate quality metrics are met.Resolve technical problems and ensure that appropriate corrective and preventive actions are taken when deficiencies or errors are found.Coordinate and provide R&D input for costing, milestones and timelines. Production of technical aspects of outward facing materials (client presentations / marketing pieces, conference abstracts / posters / podium presentations, white papers, manuscripts)Lead Technical Support of Business DevelopmentImplement / enhance design and development workflows, especially for projects types expected to be commonly requested by clients.Meet with scientists, coordinate meetings for scientific troubleshooting.Maintain current knowledge of advances in technologies relevant to clinical trials testing for current / future pipelines, as well as knowledge of applicable state and federal regulations germane to molecular and diagnostic laboratories, through study as well as attending lectures, seminars, professional conferences and/or online/in-person coursesProvide leadership and/or technical guidance/oversight for BP R&D projects.Provide supervision, leadership and/or technical guidance/oversight of associates to ensure timely completion of projects and to support the growth and development of the individuals.Manage performance of assigned laboratory scientists and support staff including ongoing feedback, performance reviews, goal setting and personal development.Work closely and effectively with the Director of BP R&D to ensure that assigned projects are progressing and milestones/timelines are achieved pursuant to company and department goalsContribute to the success of cross-functional teams (R&D, Marketing and Sales, Clinical Lab, QA and Regulatory compliance, Manufacturing and Information systems) by accomplishing defined milestones and deliverables towards timely and successful development and product launchInform key stakeholders of status, issues, problems, and proposed solution as appropriateEnsure central access to key project documents, presentations and assessmentsDevelop and maintain positive working relationship with laboratory operations to allow effective, coordinated assay transition from the R&D phase to launched assayWork effectively with R&D and Lab Operation associates to prioritize use of laboratory equipment and facilities for maximum productivityDevelop a positive working relationship with Regulatory Affairs/Quality Assurance to assure R&D laboratory is in compliance with Viracor Eurofins established guidelines for documentation, quality and safetyTake a leadership role in recruiting and hiring a sufficient number of highly qualified and trained laboratory scientists and assistants to maintain and support R&D activitiesConduct regular individual meetings with R&D ScientistsRegularly contribute to R&D team meetings that focus on associate training, associate development and continuous improvement in R&D processesTake a leadership role in developing training programs for R&D Scientists and dedicated staffRepresent department and organization favorably and in accordance with established Company standards and associate attributesOther duties as assigned by management
