Laboratory Leader M/F/X

With sales of €600m and 3000 employees worldwide, Nemera is one of the leading global manufacturers of complex drug delivery systems for the pharmaceutical industry, offering to patients a broad product portfolio which includes inhalation devices, injection devices, nasal and dermal pumps and ophthalmic delivery devices. Nemera has built very long lasting, strong relationships with the leading global pharmaceutical companies globally by providing high quality development, industrialization and manufacturing services. Nemera develops and manufactures its own IP product platforms but also offers also fully custom developments and contract manufacturing.

Nemera’s manufacturing sites are located in the US, France, Germany, Brazil and Poland. The headquarters and Innovation Center for early device design and development are located in Lyon (7e).

We have big ambitions at Nemera! We are growing our franchises and strengthening our capabilities.

Job Description

Laboratory Leader M/F/X

(CDI)

We are currently looking for passionate people ready to make a difference in the following open position: Laboratory Leader M/F/X, based in Lyon (7e).

This position aims at defining and implementing the Global Laboratories' strategy.

She or he will report into the Global Regulatory & Compliance and Insight Quality Director.

Within Insight, the Laboratory Leader oversees the following:

• Strategy : Define the strategy for France and US based-laboratories
• Management: Supervise laboratory staff in France and the Laboratory Manager in the USA.
• Organization: Organize and oversee laboratories, objectives, services, safety, staff recruitment and trainings, and deploy applicable policies.
• Application and Compliance: Lead and update the compliance policy : protocols, regulatory requirements and SOPs, and ensure that the laboratories follow these guidelines
• Equipment, System and Inventory Management: Oversee the funding, acquisition, operation, validation, calibration, maintenance, and performance of laboratories' equipments, systems and Inventory.
• Coordination: Foster and promote best practices within the Insight laboratories and the units. Encourage sharing of best practices across the company. Coordinate strategy implementation and transversal activities with Lab Unit Managers.
• Process/Tool Development: Lead the development and implementation of new laboratory processes and tools to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Improvement Roadmap: Oversee the continuous improvement roadmap, ensuring the effective implementation of new methodologies and enhancements across the laboratories.

Qualifications

• Education: Master's degree in a relevant scientific discipline (e.g., Physical Measurement, Mechanical, Medical Device or Pharmaceutical Sciences).
• Experience: Proven experience in multi sites laboratory management. Experience in the medical device or pharmaceutical industry is preferred but not mandatory.
• Leadership Skills: Strong leadership abilities with experience in team management, resource allocation, tracking, and staff training.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with experience in technical and international collaboration.
• Technical Skills: Knowledge in laboratory processes, method validation, equipment management, and compliance.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Knowledge of GMP, GLP, Safety, and other relevant regulatory standards (ISO 17025, ISO 13485...) applicable to laboratories.
• Continuous Improvement: Experience in driving and managing continuous improvement initiatives within a laboratory setting (nice to have)
• Language: Proficiency in English, including technical vocabulary and communication skills.

Additional Information

Our Recruitment Process

We believe in a transparent and straightforward recruitment process to ensure a great fit for both you and our team.

Here's what you can expect:

- CV Review: Upon receiving your CV, our Talent Acquisition Team will review it to assess your qualifications for the role.

- Initial Screening: If your profile matches our requirements, you'll be invited for an initial screening call with a member of our Talent Acquisition Team.

- Interview with Hiring Manager: After the initial screening, you'll have an interview with the Hiring Manager to discuss your experience, skills, and fit for the role in more detail.

- Interview with N+2: Following the Hiring Manager interview, you'll meet with the next level of management (N+2) for further evaluation.

- HR Manager Interview: The final step involves an interview with our HR Manager to discuss company culture, benefits, and other HR-related topics.

- Offer: If all goes well, you'll receive an offer to join our team!

We look forward to receiving your application (resume submitted in English is appreciated). We offer varied jobs job in an international group, if you want to discover more about Nemera, please look at our website www.nemera.net

Know someone at Nemera? We have a Referral Program so, be sure to have them submit you as a referral prior to applying for this position!

Chez Nemera, nous valorisons la diversité et l'inclusion et nous nous engageons à créer un environnement de travail où tous les employés sont traités avec dignité et respect.

Nous sommes fiers d'être un employeur offrant l'égalité des chances et nous encourageons les candidatures de toutes les origines, genres, orientations sexuelles, âges, et capacités.