Director Analytical Team Leader

ROLE OVERVIEW An exciting opportunity for a Director of Analytical to join a leading global pharmaceutical company based in Kent.

As the Director of Analytical you will provide technical and strategic leadership within the respiratory R&D group, delivering innovation in inhaled and nasal product development. You will lead analytical teams to drive projects from early development through to clinical studies and commercialisation, ensuring technical excellence, regulatory compliance, and collaborative working across multidisciplinary teams.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Your duties as the Director of Analytical will be varied however the key duties and responsibilities are as follows:

• Lead the delivery of analytical project activities, supporting the development of new respiratory products from concept to market.
  
  
• Provide technical leadership in the design, validation, and transfer of complex analytical methods for inhaled and nasal products.
  
  
• Oversee the review, interpretation, and reporting of complex analytical data, ensuring high-quality outcomes.
  
  
• Lead cross-functional collaboration, troubleshooting, and problem-solving for technical and regulatory challenges.
  
  
• Take responsibility for people management, performance reviews, and professional development of the analytical team.
  
  

ROLE REQUIREMENTS To be successful in your application to this exciting role as the Director of Analytical we are looking to identify the following on your profile and past history:

• A Degree or higher level in Chemistry / Analytical Chemistry / Forensics / Chemical Engineering / Pharmacy / Pharmaceutical Sciences (e.g., Pharmaceutical Chemistry / Quality Assurance / Quality Management) with...
  
  
• Proven experience in pharmaceutical product development, with a strong focus on inhalation products.
  
  
• Extensive knowledge of analytical method development, validation, and transfer within a GMP environment.
  
  
• Proven leadership skills, with experience in managing teams and driving performance.
  
  

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Highly competitive salary plus bonus, car allowance/electric car, and exceptional pension contributions.
  
  
• Opportunity to work at a world-class science research centre with cutting-edge facilities.
  
  
• Be part of the site senior leadership team, influencing strategy and shaping R&D success.
  
  
• Career progression and development opportunities within a global organisation.
  
  
• Comprehensive health, wellness, and life assurance benefits.
  
  

Key Words

Director Analytical Team Leader / Analytical Development / Inhalation Products / Respiratory R&D / Method Validation / GMP / Pharmaceutical Development / Team Leadership / Data Interpretation / Method Transfer

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