Deputy Research Director - Veterinary Science

As the General Manager in Veterinary Sciences at Syngene International Ltd., you will lead the BBRC's in vivo research operations within an AAALAC-accredited facility, supporting various therapeutic and functional areas. Reporting to the Executive Director of Veterinary Science at BMS, you will play a crucial role in the Operations Leadership Team, ensuring alignment with global stakeholders and BMS veterinary sciences practices. Your deep veterinary expertise and commitment to operational excellence will be key in developing capabilities and capacity to support BMS's drug discovery portfolio. Your responsibilities will include leading the Veterinary Sciences BBRC function to provide high-quality support for in vivo pharmacology, DMPK, toxicology, and translational research. As a senior member of the Operations Leadership Team, you will collaborate with global stakeholders to align strategies across R&D sites. Ensuring compliance with international regulations and BMS standards, you will oversee local aspects of veterinary care, animal welfare, and vivarium operations. Furthermore, you will lead, coach, and develop a multidisciplinary team to meet departmental objectives while fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning. Your role will involve driving excellence in animal care practices internally and with external CRO partners, promoting ethical responsibility, scientific rigor, and continuous improvement. Additionally, you will champion a strong Culture of Care, promote the 3Rs (Replacement, Reduction, Refinement), and develop and implement SOPs, training programs, and performance metrics. To qualify for this role, you should possess a PhD in Veterinary Science, board certification in Laboratory Animal Medicine, and eligibility for veterinary licensure in India. With 15+ years of experience in laboratory animal medicine and leadership roles in pharmaceutical or research settings, you should have a proven track record of leading multidisciplinary teams in a global R&D environment. Experience in GLP and non-GLP studies, familiarity with global regulatory frameworks, and expertise in managing vivarium and veterinary functions are essential. Your technical and functional skills should include expertise across multiple species used in pharmaceutical research, strategic and operational acumen, strong interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects with resilience and emotional intelligence. Preferred attributes for this role include operational leadership of multi-site or global veterinary functions, scientific innovation in disease model development, and a passion for ethical research and high-performing team development. Syngene International Ltd. is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing integrated scientific services in a diverse range of industries. Join us in our mission to solve complex scientific challenges, improve R&D productivity, and accelerate innovation in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors.,