Manager, Research

$120,000 - $165,000/Yr

Baxter International - Round Lake, IL

Full-time - Mid Level

Round Lake, IL

Miscellaneous Manufacturing

About the position

At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission to save and sustain lives. As a Manager of Research, you will play a pivotal role in leading a team of researchers dedicated to groundbreaking advancements in healthcare. Your work will directly impact patients worldwide, making a meaningful difference in their lives. In this position, you will design and coordinate cGMP stability studies, ensuring that our products meet the highest safety standards. You will collaborate cross-functionally with various teams to drive decisions that affect product safety and efficacy. Your responsibilities will also include coordinating activities of both internal and external laboratories, supporting regulatory submissions by authoring and reviewing CTD sections for global dossiers, and participating on project teams to provide technical support and assistance. In addition to managing a team, you will maintain knowledge of relevant Quality System Regulations, ensuring compliance in all research activities. You will explore innovative approaches to processes and technologies, identifying improvements in metrics and leading process enhancements. Furthermore, you will be responsible for maintaining and owning internal documents, including authoring, reviewing, and revising Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). This role is not just about managing a team; it’s about inspiring and cultivating innovation within the research department, driving results that align with Baxter's mission to improve patient outcomes globally.

Responsibilities

• Managing a team of researchers
• Designing and coordinating cGMP stability studies
• Coordinating activities of internal and external laboratories
• Supporting regulatory submissions by authoring and reviewing CTD sections for global dossiers
• Participating on project teams and providing technical support and assistance
• Maintaining knowledge of relevant Quality System Regulations and ensuring compliance in all research activities
• Exploring innovative approaches to processes and technologies, and identifying improvements in metrics and leading process improvements
• Maintaining and owning internal documents, authoring, reviewing, and revising Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific discipline (e.g. chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences) with 8+ years of experience or 5+ years of experience with a Master's degree
• Experience managing or leading a team of researchers
• Experience designing and coordinating cGMP stability studies
• Strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to handle multiple projects concurrently and knowledge of FDA Regulations
• Experience in the application of Good Manufacturing Practices and familiarity with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) and statistical tools used for evaluating data trending.

Benefits

• Support for Parents
• Continuing Education/ Professional Development
• Employee Health & Well-Being Benefits
• Paid Time Off
• 2 Days a Year to Volunteer