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Group Leader - Molecular

Pharmaceutical Product Development (PPD)

VA-Richmond

Title: Group Leader

Division / Dept.: BioMarker Svcs

Location: Richmond, VA (Office Based)

Note: Full time, Benefits, Relocation Assistance Available

PPD is a leading global contract research organization. At PPD we are passionate, deliberate, and driven by our purpose - to improve health.

PPD Laboratories offer the most comprehensive set of laboratory services available in the industry. Our services are designed to accelerate pharmaceutical development for small molecules, biologics, and vaccines, allowing our clients to make faster decisions about their compounds.

As aGroup Leader, you are committed to excellence and high quality results in your complex laboratory analysis of key pharmaceutical products. Beyond the bench, you work as a project leader with a strong sense of urgency aligned to our customers, and you are committed to delivering results.

Grow your career within the scientific ladder, pursue project management, or develop into a leader. These are just a few career pathways available once you choose to Be with PPD.

Join PPD in our relentless pursuit of excellence - apply now!

Prepares, reviews and approves study protocols, project status reports, final study reports and other project-related technical documents.

Designs experimental study and participates in technical troubleshooting.

Reviews data for technical quality and compliance to protocols, methods and SOPs. Reviews and approves laboratory investigations, deviations, and QA facility and data audits. Leads client and FDA audits.

Allocates, schedules and manages laboratory resources for group's project activities and updates project status. Reviews timesheet reports for billing accuracy.

Responds to clients questions and needs; leads client technical meetings.

Assists in preparation of proposals by provided project definition.

Identifies new opportunities within client base and ability to work with business development to pursue opportunities.

Coordinates and prioritizes project activities with internal functional groups (physical testing, analytical development, microbiology, etc.) and support functions (QA, sample management, etc.).

Assists management in their responsibilities.

Prepares and implements PPD SOPs and company operational policies. Ensures adherence and makes recommendations to quality system improvements.

BioA Overview:

https://www.ppd.com/our-solutions/ppd-laboratories/bioanalytical-lab/

Biomarker:

https://www.ppd.com/our-solutions/ppd-laboratories/biomarker-lab/

LinkedIn Video Landing Page:

https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/ppd-laboratories/?feedView=videos

#GD

#LI-JC1

PPDLABS Title: Group Leader

Division / Dept.: BioMarker Svcs

Location: Richmond, VA (Office Based)

Note: Full time, Benefits, Relocation Assistance Available

PPD is a leading global contract research organization. At PPD we are passionate, deliberate, and driven by our purpose - to improve health.

PPD Laboratories offer the most comprehensive set of laboratory services available in the industry. Our services are designed to accelerate pharmaceutical development for small molecules, biologics, and vaccines, allowing our clients to make faster decisions about their compounds.

As aGroup Leader, you are committed to excellence and high quality results in your complex laboratory analysis of key pharmaceutical products. Beyond the bench, you work as a project leader with a strong sense of urgency aligned to our customers, and you are committed to delivering results.

Grow your career within the scientific ladder, pursue project management, or develop into a leader. These are just a few career pathways available once you choose to Be with PPD.

Join PPD in our relentless pursuit of excellence - apply now!

Prepares, reviews and approves study protocols, project status reports, final study reports and other project-related technical documents.

Designs experimental study and participates in technical troubleshooting.

Reviews data for technical quality and compliance to protocols, methods and SOPs. Reviews and approves laboratory investigations, deviations, and QA facility and data audits. Leads client and FDA audits.

Allocates, schedules and manages laboratory resources for group's project activities and updates project status. Reviews timesheet reports for billing accuracy.

Responds to clients questions and needs; leads client technical meetings.

Assists in preparation of proposals by provided project definition.

Identifies new opportunities within client base and ability to work with business development to pursue opportunities.

Coordinates and prioritizes project activities with internal functional groups (physical testing, analytical development, microbiology, etc.) and support functions (QA, sample management, etc.).

Assists management in their responsibilities.

Prepares and implements PPD SOPs and company operational policies. Ensures adherence and makes recommendations to quality system improvements.

BioA Overview:

https://www.ppd.com/our-solutions/ppd-laboratories/bioanalytical-lab/

Biomarker:

https://www.ppd.com/our-solutions/ppd-laboratories/biomarker-lab/

LinkedIn Video Landing Page:

https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/ppd-laboratories/?feedView=videos

#GD

#LI-JC1

PPDLABS

Education and Experience:Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 5 years) or equivalent and relevant combination of education, training, & experience.1 year of leadership responsibility

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Molecular Experience neededProven leadership skillsAbility to cultivate a collaborative work environment with a teamEffective negotiating skillsDemonstrated knowledge of QA metrics of program base; ability to write and recommend changes to PPD SOPsAbility to troubleshoot multiple systems/methodologiesAbility to independently optimize analytical methodsUnderstanding of basic financial terms and definitions as it applies to the businessUnderstanding of proposal and project scope as it relates to pricing, resource management and the impact on businessProject and time management skillsEffective written and oral communication skills as well as presentation skillsAbility to train and mentor junior staff

Management Role:

Manages experienced professionals and / or subordinate management who exercise latitude and independence in their assignments. Often heads one or more sections or a small department.

PPD Benefits Overview:

PPD offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, employee assistance program, wellness program options and more.

Other benefits include:401k with matching contributions, life insurance, long term and short term disability insurance, flexible medical and dependent care spending accounts.Work life balance programs including paid time off for vacation/sick time, paid holidays, floating holiday and vacation sell back program.Wellness benefits including health and wellness programs, fitness facility access or discount, health coaching and more.Education reimbursement and tuition assistance programs, professional development training, skills training, education loan repayment plan, dependentscholarship program and more.Employee appreciation events, service recognition awards, annual reviews, merit plans and bonus plansCommunity connections and activities including philanthropic engagement, volunteer service projects and moreOther great options including pet insurance, legal and financial services plan, auto and home insurance discounts.

Below Is Listed The Working Environment/requirements For This Role

PPD values the health and wellbeing of our employees. We support and encourage individuals to create a healthy and balanced environment where they can thrive. Able to communicate, receive, and understand information and ideas with diverse groups of people in a comprehensible and reasonable manner Able to work upright and stationary and/or standing for typical working hours Able to lift and move objects up to 25 pounds Able to work in non-traditional work environments Able to use and learn standard office equipment and technology with proficiency May have exposure to potentially hazardous elements typically found in healthcare or laboratory environments Able to perform successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities

Education and Experience:Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 5 years) or equivalent and relevant combination of education, training, & experience.1 year of leadership responsibility

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Molecular Experience neededProven leadership skillsAbility to cultivate a collaborative work environment with a teamEffective negotiating skillsDemonstrated knowledge of QA metrics of program base; ability to write and recommend changes to PPD SOPsAbility to troubleshoot multiple systems/methodologiesAbility to independently optimize analytical methodsUnderstanding of basic financial terms and definitions as it applies to the businessUnderstanding of proposal and project scope as it relates to pricing, resource management and the impact on businessProject and time management skillsEffective written and oral communication skills as well as presentation skillsAbility to train and mentor junior staff

Management Role:

Manages experienced professionals and / or subordinate management who exercise latitude and independence in their assignments. Often heads one or more sections or a small department.

PPD Benefits Overview:

PPD offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, employee assistance program, wellness program options and more.

Other benefits include:401k with matching contributions, life insurance, long term and short term disability insurance, flexible medical and dependent care spending accounts.Work life balance programs including paid time off for vacation/sick time, paid holidays, floating holiday and vacation sell back program.Wellness benefits including health and wellness programs, fitness facility access or discount, health coaching and more.Education reimbursement and tuition assistance programs, professional development training, skills training, education loan repayment plan, dependentscholarship program and more.Employee appreciation events, service recognition awards, annual reviews, merit plans and bonus plansCommunity connections and activities including philanthropic engagement, volunteer service projects and moreOther great options including pet insurance, legal and financial services plan, auto and home insurance discounts.

Below Is Listed The Working Environment/requirements For This Role

PPD values the health and wellbeing of our employees. We support and encourage individuals to create a healthy and balanced environment where they can thrive. Able to communicate, receive, and understand information and ideas with diverse groups of people in a comprehensible and reasonable manner Able to work upright and stationary and/or standing for typical working hours Able to lift and move objects up to 25 pounds Able to work in non-traditional work environments Able to use and learn standard office equipment and technology with proficiency May have exposure to potentially hazardous elements typically found in healthcare or laboratory environments Able to perform successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities

Job posted: 2020-07-01

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