Delpharm dEVELOPMENT, Leiden

Delpharm is one of the world's largest CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) and is renowned for its high-quality services in the pharmaceutical sector. With multiple locations worldwide and a dedicated team of over 6,500 professionals, Delpharm strives for continuous improvement, innovation, and patient-focused solutions.

Delpharm Development, Leiden

Delpharm Leiden is a dedicated development center within the Delpharm network, focusing on injectable dosage forms. Connecting our team of experts with advanced equipment, like our recently acquired HRMS, we position ourselves as specialists in our field. Providing a comprehensive range of services from research & development to clinical phase. Our team, capable of handling potent compounds, sets high standards when it comes to safety, quality and employee well-being.

Driven by the aspiration to continuously enhance our services, we apply methodologies such as Quality by Design (QbD), data science and lean principles. These practices not only contribute to the refinement of our internal processes but also enable us to meet the evolving needs of our customers with the end goal in mind: impacting the patient’s life.

Furthermore, joining Delpharm Leiden means becoming a member of an international and diverse organization. We have a close team fostering lasting connections, where many individuals have dedicated 10 years or more to our collective success. Together with our active Staff Association we arrange several social activities a year and share work, hobbies and personal experiences in our frequent get-togethers and our staff magazine. These and many other initiatives allow us to create a rich and supportive community within our workplace.

Scientific Project Manager

Purpose of the Role

The Scientific Project Manager will be responsible for the planning, execution and delivery of multiple development projects within our organization. This role requires strong leadership, excellent communication skills and a deep understanding of project management principles and practices in the pharmaceutical industry. The Project Manager will work closely with cross-functional teams, including R&D, manufacturing and quality assurance to create alignment and successful project outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage organizational projects by defining objectives, deliverables, and detailed project plans, including tasks, timelines, resources, and dependencies, in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Lead cross-functional teams to ensure timely project execution, adhering to quality standards, budget, and financial objectives while monitoring expenses.
• Identify and assess project risks, develop mitigation strategies, implement corrective actions, and drive continuous improvement through best practices, tools, and methodologies.
• Communicate project progress effectively to the organization and management team while maintaining comprehensive project documentation, including plans, reports, change requests, and lessons learned.
• Support Business Development to bring in new projects
• Build successful relationship with clients
  
  

Qualifications & Skills

• BSc and 3+ years of project management experience within the pharmaceutical development setting
• Strong understanding of project management methodology, tools and practices
• Experience in stakeholder management with external clients
• Organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management tools
  
  

What We Offer

• A great place to work within a team of motivated specialist
• Learning and development opportunities
• Market conform salary based on experience (salary range between €5,000 and €6,500)
• Variable pay bonus
• 25 holidays + 6 Delpharm designated days
• Pension scheme including personal options such as partner pension, ANW shortfall and extra savings
• NS business card or Travel allowance
• Laptop
  
  

Furthermore, joining Delpharm Development Leiden means becoming a member of an international and diverse organization. We have a close team fostering lasting connections, where many individuals have dedicated 10 years or more to our collective success. Together with our active Staff Association we arrange several social activities a year and share work, hobbies and personal experiences in our frequent get-togethers and our staff magazine. These and many other initiatives allow us to create a rich and supportive community within our workplace.

Acquisition in response to this vacancy is not appreciated.