Manager, Chemistry Group, R&D

Job Specifications and Work Performed

• Provide oversight for a small team of analytical chemists by:
  • Working closely with team members by taking a hands-on approach to lead the execution of technology development into innovative products.
  • Assure all laboratory operations comply with regulatory and Xylem safety standards.
  • Managing day-to-day performance of direct reports.
  • Providing mentorship and constructive feedback to direct reports on completion of goals.
• Authorize Engineer Change Orders and Engineering Drawings for all chemistry releases.
• Participate as a peer on the R&D Staff Management Team to provide transparency and accountability of group efforts, and communicate needs and dependencies to other development groups, sustainment groups, and project managers within R&D.
• Determine theoretical and practical limitations to sensing specifications through laboratory experimentation and R&D prototype builds.
• Properly design of experiment methodology to support proof of concept and sensor validation including FDA regulated validation practices and relevant consensus standard guidelines for In Vitro Diagnostic Devices.
• Drive efficiencies into and expand Chemistry team involvement in new product development or sustaining projects.
• Responsible for chemistry derived documentation and deliverables satisfying the Xylem New Product Development stage/gate process.
• Collection, analysis and publication of Chemistry Group Key Performance Indicators (KPI) and Metrics.
• Provide monthly results of KPIs to the Director.
• Achieve new product development plan objectives, including meeting required technical specifications, meeting cost targets and delivering on schedule.
• Assure the accuracy, clarity, internal integrity, consistency, and timeliness of all technical information submitted.
• Drive continuous improvements into scientific/engineering/manufacturing processes and policies.
• Provide interpretation, guidance and strategies on technologies and methodologies affecting product approvals, development and continued product compliance.
• Assess and evaluate new and existing technologies that are opportunities or threats.
• Work closely with relevant cross-functional areas to achieve overall product development success as needed (operations/manufacturing and quality, marketing and sales, customer service, finance, and technical support).
• Assume other activities and responsibilities as directed.

Experience & Academic Requirements

• Graduate degree in biochemistry, biotechnology or biochemical engineering or related scientific discipline.
• 7+ years of hands-on engineering or science work experience in a multidiscipline R&D environment.
• 2+ years supervisory experience.
• Proven ability to deliver new technology/products to the market.

Key Skills and Attributes

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to develop and deliver effective presentations.
• Ability to multi-task effectively.
• Participative management style that advocates team concept.
• Process & resource planning, with particular consideration to the challenges of creativity and innovation.
• Strong analytical, reasoning, leadership and team interaction skills.
• Capable of using computer-based tools to collect and document project work and facilitate responsibilities.
• Ability to recruit, train and motivate personnel to balance staffing strength with profitability and growth.
• Familiarity with FDA 510(k) clinical validation studies and prior experience with human blood product handling.
• Knowledge of Investigational Review Boards and the ethics of human subject involvement.
• Poise, good judgment and confidence to represent the Company.
• Ability to work with a diverse workforce and customer base.
• Ensures compliance with Company's and regulatory policies and procedures.

Working Conditions

• Minimum 8 hours/day
• 5-10% travel
• General office/laboratory environment

Location

This role is local and on-site at our offices in Yellow Springs, Ohio, however some work may be able to be carried out in Hybrid fashion with Director approval.