Manager Polymer Process Development

Galderma is the emerging pure-play dermatology category leader, present in approximately 90 countries. We deliver an innovative, science-based portfolio of premium flagship brands and services that span the full spectrum of the fast-growing dermatology market through Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare and Therapeutic Dermatology. Since our foundation in 1981, we have dedicated our focus and passion to the human body's largest organ - the skin - meeting individual consumer and patient needs with superior outcomes in partnership with healthcare professionals. Because we understand that the skin, we are in shapes our lives, we are advancing dermatology for every skin story.

We look for people who focus on getting results, embrace learning and bring a positive energy. They must combine initiative with a sense of teamwork and collaboration. Above all, they must be passionate about doing something meaningful for consumers, patients, and the healthcare professionals we serve every day. We aim to empower each employee and promote their personal growth while ensuring business needs are met now and into the future. Across our company, we embrace diversity and respect the dignity, privacy, and personal rights of every employee.

At Galderma, we actively give our teams reasons to believe in our bold ambition to become the leading dermatology company in the world. With us, you have the ultimate opportunity to gain new and challenging work experiences and create an unparalleled, direct impact.

Job Title: Manager Polymer Process Development

Location: Uppsala

Number of opening: 1

Do you want to lead and set the framework for the Polymer Process Development team within the Galderma Product Science group? Do you want to lead a team of experienced process experts in developing new technologies and products in our class leading injectable product portfolio? Are you well organized and flexible, ready for new challenges in an exciting and dynamic environment linking research and production? If so, this could be the role for you as we are now hiring a Manager for the Polymer Process Development team!

Elevate your career by joining us in a role that demands both subject-matter expertise in the field of polymer chemistry, scale up and manufacturing for both medical devices and pharmaceuticals as well as leadership skills. As an integral part of the Product Science department, you will be highly involved in developing new products to further expand Galderma’s portfolio.

About the role

In the role you lead the Polymer Process Development team, a key department within Product Science, in their daily activities. As manager, you build a strong team and ensure every team member’s well-being. Your responsibilities include long-term strategies, daily planning and follow-up for staff, resourcing and budget for the team. Together with the experienced team you are responsible for process development and validation of Hyaluronic Acid and other polymeric products in the Galderma portfolio, evaluation and reporting of results in current and future development projects. You ensure all work is performed in accordance with industry standards and regulatory requirements. In addition, you are also expected to be the point of contact for other departments, functions and external partners to ensure alignment on strategy, activities and timelines for your team. The team manager will also work as a Subject Matter Expert for on-going projects and activities when required. You represent the Process Sciences department in project teams as well as responding to requests from authorities.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead the Polymer Process Development team, ensure delivery on activities according to set objectives and project plans. Define and implement long- and short-term strategies, for staff, resources and budget.
• Act as SME in projects and, together with the team, provide required experimental designs, data and author technical reports compliant with regulatory guidelines and industrial standards.
• Implement individual development plans and yearly objectives for all team members.
• Ensure all work is performed in a safe and secure way in accordance with industry standards, guidelines and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure appropriate reporting and documentation of activities and project progression for the team. Provide technical and science-based solutions from the team to projects.
• Represent the Polymer Process Development team in project teams, towards other departments, functions and external partners.

Skills & Qualifications

• Expertise in the development and manufacture of biopolymers, gels and particle size control methods for injectable medical devices and/or pharmaceutical products. Experience with terminal sterilization, syringe filling process development is highly desirable.
• Experience working in process development and scale-up in the pharmaceutical and/or medical device industry.
• Experience managing teams, empowering others and personnel development.
• Experience with specification, installation and validation activities for process equipment is of value as well as work in ATEX and clean room environments is desirable.
• Knowledge of cGMP and Design Control is required. Experience in regulatory controlled work environments (e.g. ISO 13485, 21 CFR820, ICHQ8, 21CFR210/211, etc.)
• Fluent in English, ability to work in Swedish is also desirable.
• Strong communication skills, providing guidance and information to internal and external stakeholders
• University degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biotechnology or similar technical field.

What we offer in return

You will be working for an organisation that embraces diversity & inclusion and believe we will deliver better outcomes by reflecting the perspectives of our diverse customer base.

As Galderma’s Global Center of Excellence for Aesthetics we have in Uppsala a unique edge as we have on our site the whole product chain from research and development to production and marketing. Here our nearly 600 employees work on our world leading brands such as Restylane, Azzalure and Sculptra.

We are offering you the opportunity to work in an exciting, international environment where both professional and personal development is encouraged. We are based in modern offices and located just by the river (Fyrisån) in Uppsala only a 10-minute bike ride from Uppsala Central Station.