Senior Project Leader in Global Animal Health R&D – Aqua

Job Description

Welcome to our company's Animal Health Innovation in Bergen

Our company is a global leader with a diversified portfolio of prescription medicines, vaccines, and animal health products. Vaccines for Aquaculture species are an integral part of this and ever-expanding in importance and relevance.

Our ability to excel depends on the integrity, knowledge, imagination, skill, diversity, and teamwork of an individual like you. To this end, we strive to create an environment of mutual respect, encouragement, and teamwork based on sound scientific fundamentals. As part of our global team, you'll have the opportunity to collaborate with talented and dedicated colleagues while developing and leading your team of specialists.

We are looking for an experienced and talented candidate with a solid scientific background in the field of Aquaculture vaccinology and outstanding communication, collaboration, and project management skills. We offer a central role in the organization and execution of aquaculture vaccine development projects that spans a diversity of functions and cultures.

The role is based in Bergen, Norway.

In this role, you will report to the Aqua R&D Director and support the R&D Director in the responsibilities to organize, conduct, coordinate, and lead research projects and to perform all necessary experiments to design, develop, or improve vaccines, vaccination strategies, and veterinary products for cold water fish aquaculture.

In addition, you will work in a highly international environment and will have a lot of collaboration with our company's Aqua R&D colleagues across the globe.

As a part of this role, you will also:

1. have the responsibility for global Research and Development projects for cold water fish species to the highest internal, national, and international standards.
2. ensure the fastest possible development of products whilst ensuring the quality standards and a high level of performance confidence of the product developed.
3. determine the lines and approaches for product portfolio development.
4. stay up to date with the scientific developments and literature within your expertise fields and contribute to dissemination of research results (IP, technical papers, reports, presentations, etc.) both internally and externally.
5. support new project proposals and business cases.
6. support transfer to production and registration of new products.
7. function as study director or principal investigator for clinical studies.
8. support lab operations when required.

Qualifications and Skills required:

1. Ph.D. in life sciences, Veterinary Science, or related field.
2. A minimum of 7-8 years' experience in a pharmaceutical R&D position, preferably vaccine development.
3. 5+ years' experience in leading a diverse R&D team and R&D projects.
4. Knowledge of local and EU legislation procedures and guidelines governing pharmaceutical products.
5. Proficiency in English is required; proficiency in Norwegian is desired.
6. Outstanding collaborative skills with the ability to work both reactively and proactively in a timely manner in a cross-functional and international environment.
7. Strong leadership skills including the ability to engage and inspire others and manage changes.
8. Good judgment and scientific problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify, analyze, and resolve problems in a timely manner.
9. Outstanding interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
10. Ability to assess, prioritize, and complete multiple projects, tasks, and/or responsibilities.

About our company's Animal Health R&D team in Bergen:

Our company's Animal Health R&D team in Bergen brings together a powerhouse team of fish health experts equipped with state-of-the-art facilities designed specifically to cater to the needs of animal research and innovation. As an integral part of a worldwide research and development network, our dedicated teams collaborate tirelessly towards a shared objective: to leverage the power of scientific advancement to enhance the well-being of animals.

Our company's Animal Health R&D team stands at the forefront of the industry as the unrivaled global leader in vaccines and health solutions for cold water and tropical fish aquaculture. We are revolutionizing the future of animal health and welfare through groundbreaking scientific breakthroughs, harnessing innovative technologies, and employing insights-driven solutions. Our aim is to create a world where a sustainable and resilient food supply thrives.

Application:

You are welcome to apply online by submitting your CV.

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Job Posting End Date: 01/31/2025

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Requisition ID: R324882