Research Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $88,560.00

Purpose

The Research Manager is responsible for the management of the research laboratory, planning, managing, and supporting of the research projects within the Product Research team. The Research Manager will coordinate activities, provide technical support and expertise, and ensure effective operation of the Research Laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise and guidance to research staff by supporting experimental design, data interpretation, troubleshooting, and the development and execution of project deliverables
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product development, to ensure research findings are integrated into product pipelines
• Ensure research activities are clearly defined to mitigate scope creep
• Review and approve research plans to ensure projects deliver on business, marketing, regulatory and product development requirements
• Develop and track performance metrics to measure research progress, productivity, and impact
• Analyze research progress, monitor risk, and identify opportunities for improvement to ensure timely completion of deliverables
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources to optimize efficiency
• Review and approve research reports, white papers, or manuscripts written in-house or by contract laboratories and consultants
• Manage research agreements and collaborations with external research sites
• Maintain laboratory safety standards and regulatory compliance
• Review and approve new guidelines, procedures, and protocols for research activities and laboratory operations
• Maintain laboratory operations, including equipment calibration, inventory management, and vendor relationships, to support ongoing research needs
• Assist with the identification development of research test methods and approaches that support organizational and product development goals
• Support and mentor research staff to foster collaboration, innovation, and a positive work environment
• Conduct and schedule training of research staff in laboratory techniques, equipment use, safety practices, or other applicable activities in support of research projects
• Maintain working knowledge of advances in science, regulatory requirements, and industry trends
• Maintain a working knowledge of FDA 21 CFR 1271, FDA 21 CFR 820, AATB standards, ISO Standards, cGMP / CGTP, relevant regulations / standards, and internal organizational policies and standard operating procedures
• Manage direct reports
• Provide constructive feedback and guidance to develop leadership in direct reports and department management
• Establish and monitor objective annual goals for direct reports
• Conduct performance reviews and establish performance improvement plans as needed
• Recruit, interview, and select personnel for hire
• Travel domestically up to15% to attend offsite meetings, conferences, and support business initiatives
• Maintain acceptable attendance and punctuality for scheduled work hours and meetings. Ensure completion of tasks and responsibilities within defined timeframes
• Flexibility to work outside of normal business hours during weekdays or weekends with reasonable advance notice to support business / operational needs when necessary
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Qualifications / Requirements

Salary : $88,560