Global Research and Technology Manager

1 week ago


Jurong East, Singapore Croda Full time

Global Research and Technology Manager

Nucleic acid delivery technologies have revolutionised vaccine development and provide unprecedented momentum for new pharmaceutical development. Croda, through the combination of our Avanti® Polar Lipids and high purity specialty ingredient businesses, is an integral partner for formulation development and manufacturing.

**Who we're looking for**:

- Excellent leadership skills with the ability to work strategically across a matrix organisation and develop and lead a global team
- An in-depth understanding of technical and market trends with a track record in delivering new product development in line with commercial targets.
- Good understanding of IP scoping and landscape within lipid and polymer chemistry technology
- Ability to identify and implement cultural and operational change management practices within an established R&D structure.
- In-depth understanding of the global vaccine industry

**Key Responsibilities**
- Leading and building a geographically and culturally diverse team to drive innovation and the commercialisation of projects
- Accountable and responsible for the establishment of the scientific writing process and execution of the process.
- Strategically decide on the most effective approach to increase the visibility of Croda's lipid systems business within relevant scientific communities
- Evaluate new technologies in nucleic acid delivery and transfection and lead strategic discussions with Croda's Executive team on such technologies, M&A and related projects.
- Plan and implement Nucleic Acid Delivery research and development strategies
- Participate in relevant scientific interaction with academia and industry within the field of lipid technology
- Publish peer-reviewed papers in relevant journals and take active participation in scientific conferences and meetings in the field
- Provide astute people development and leadership practices to ensure talent is nurtured and developed within the business
- Form strong collaborations with internal stakeholders in Vaccine Adjuvants and Excipient areas
- Participate in development projects and meetings with customers when needed
- Ensure effective budget management and allocation for R&D activities
- Croda recognizes employees as our strength and the diversity they bring to our workforce are directly linked to our ongoing success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including age, race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs. #LI-DB1_


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