Managing Director UI Pharmaceuticals

Education Requirement

• Advanced degree in Pharmaceutics, chemistry, engineering, or equivalent science-based discipline; or an equivalent combination of education and experience in a regulated pharmaceutical environment. 

Experience Required

• Minimum 15 years related experience in pharmaceutical research or GMP manufacturing environment.
• History of progressive leadership advancements in manufacturing and business responsibilities.
• Profit and loss experience in running a small (50-100 employees) organization with multiple disciplines.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills in building a diverse team that works well cross functionally.
• Effective communication skills: verbal, writing, and presentations to a variety of constituents internal and external to the organization.
• Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical regulations, FDA, cGMP, EU ISPE, etc.
• Expertise in qualification and operation of pharmaceutical equipment, processes, and facilities.
• Demonstrated experience working effectively in multi-disciplinary teams in a diverse environment.

Desirable Qualifications

• PhD in pharmaceutical sciences, engineering, or related field.
• MBA or similar financial degree or certificate.
• Experience as a teacher or instructor in a technical or scientific area.
  
• Demonstrated self-starting and leadership skills.
  
• Ability to organize a group around a common mission to complete complex tasks. 
  
• Vision and confidence to lead an organization during times of uncertainty or change.

Application and Position Details

• In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission:
  
  • Resume
  • Cover Letter

·      Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. For additional questions, please contact Libby Kleppe at libby-kleppe@uiowa.edu.

Benefits Highlights

• Regular salaried position. Located in Iowa City, Iowa.
• Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans.
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