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Senior Scientific Leader, Liquid Manufacturing
Apotex Inc.. Provide technical leadership for commercial liquid dosage form manufacturing processes .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates advanced knowledge of pharmaceutical liquid dosage form manufacturing processes, including formulation science, process validation, and technology transfer. Proven ability to lead complex technical initiatives, manage cross-functional teams, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
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Pharmaceutical Liquid Dosage Form ManufacturingProcess ValidationRegulatory ComplianceTechnical LeadershipProject Management
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Hard Skills
Formulation ScienceProcess OptimizationRisk AssessmentChange ControlStatistical MethodologiesTroubleshootingData AnalysisLifecycle ManagementTechnical InvestigationsCGMP Requirements
Soft Skills
Analytical SkillsDecision-MakingStakeholder ManagementCoachingCommunication Skills
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft OfficeData Analysis Tools
Industry Keywords
Pharmaceutical IndustryRegulatory InspectionsQuality SystemsOperational PerformanceManufacturing Efficiency
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Provide technical leadership for commercial liquid dosage form manufacturing processes
- Lead resolution of complex formulation, process, equipment, and product performance challenges
- Serve as technical authority for high-risk manufacturing issues, major deviations, product quality events, and regulatory observations
- Provide technical guidance during commercial manufacturing, process validation, technology transfer, and product launch activities
- Review and approve technical investigations, scientific assessments, change controls, and process-related recommendations
- Lead process optimization, remediation, supplier-driven changes, alternate source qualifications, and product lifecycle management initiatives
- Identify opportunities to improve process capability, product robustness, manufacturing efficiency, and operational performance
- Apply scientific and statistical methodologies to evaluate process performance, identify risks, and drive sustainable improvements
- Evaluate emerging technologies and industry best practices
- Partner with Operations, Quality, Validation, Regulatory Affairs, Procurement, Planning, Supply Chain, and R&D
- Lead cross-functional teams executing complex technical projects and strategic manufacturing initiatives
- Assess and mitigate technical risks involving processes, raw materials, equipment, and product changes
- Act as technical representative during regulatory inspections, customer audits, and corporate reviews
- Conduct performance conversations and monthly one-on-ones with employees
- Develop and coach employees, hire and onboard talent, and ensure compliance with company policies and programs
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Technology, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline
- Advanced knowledge of pharmaceutical liquid dosage form manufacturing processes, formulation science, process validation, technology transfer, and lifecycle management
- Strong understanding of cGMP requirements, regulatory expectations, quality systems, risk management, and change control processes
- Demonstrated expertise in troubleshooting complex manufacturing, formulation, process, and equipment-related issues
- Strong analytical, root cause analysis, risk assessment, and decision-making skills
- Ability to lead complex technical initiatives and influence cross-functional stakeholders across multiple functions and sites
- Strong project management, prioritization, and organizational skills
- Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills
- Proven ability to develop, coach, and lead technical professionals while fostering a high-performance culture
- Strong stakeholder management skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and data analysis tools
- Ability to exercise sound judgment and make effective decisions in a fast-paced, highly regulated manufacturing environment
- Minimum 10-12 years of progressive pharmaceutical industry experience supporting liquid dosage form development, manufacturing, technical services, process support, validation, and technology transfer
- Demonstrated experience leading complex technical investigations, manufacturing improvement initiatives, and cross-functional projects
- Minimum 3-5 years of leadership experience managing technical professionals, scientists, engineers, or project teams
- Experience supporting commercial pharmaceutical manufacturing operations and product lifecycle management activities
- Experience with regulatory inspections, customer audits, and implementation of corrective and preventive actions
- Proven ability to lead strategic initiatives and influence technical and business decisions with significant quality, compliance, operational, or supply impact
Benefits
Comp & perks- Bonus programs based on position in the organization
- Comprehensive benefits
- Pension plan
- Learning and development opportunities
- Accommodation for applicants with disabilities during recruitment