Commercial Analytics Lab Head

This role is for one of the Weekday's clients

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee Analytical Operations: Lead all day-to-day operations of the commercial analytics lab, ensuring seamless execution of analytical tasks and project deliverables.
• Ensure Quality & Compliance: Establish, implement, and monitor laboratory procedures to ensure compliance with internal quality standards, Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), and relevant regulatory requirements (e.g., ISO, FDA, ICH).
• Method Development: Spearhead the development, validation, and optimization of robust analytical methods to support R&D, product development, and manufacturing.
• Instrumentation & Maintenance: Oversee the operation, calibration, and maintenance of all analytical instruments (e.g., HPLC, GC, UV-Vis, FTIR), ensuring maximum uptime and reliability.
• Data Analysis & Reporting: Review and interpret analytical data, generate accurate reports, and provide scientific insights to support product innovation and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Team Management: Lead and mentor a team of analytical chemists and technicians. Develop training plans, set performance goals, and foster a culture of continuous improvement and technical excellence.
• Quality Control: Implement stringent quality control measures across all analytical processes to ensure reliability, accuracy, and reproducibility of results.
• Regulatory Compliance: Keep abreast of current regulations and ensure the lab adheres to national and international regulatory guidelines. Participate in audits and provide documentation as needed.
• Product Development Support: Collaborate closely with R&D, production, and commercial teams to support new product development, troubleshooting, and lifecycle management.
• Efficiency & Cost Optimization: Continuously evaluate lab workflows, identify areas for improvement, and implement strategies to enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs.
  

Desired Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's/Master's degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related field.
• 5-7 years of hands-on experience in a commercial analytical laboratory, with at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Proven expertise in analytical method development, instrumentation handling, and data interpretation.
• Strong knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and compliance protocols.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and team management skills.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize work, and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment