Director, Development In vitro Metabolism

Labcorp is seeking a Director - Development In vitro Metabolism to join our team in Madison, WI!

Job Responsibilities:

The Director provides leadership to staff responsible for the scientific conduct of drug metabolism projects. They ensure that annual financial, quality, scientific, and client service targets are achieved. They carry a 50% workload as Study Director within the Development In vitro Team.

• Ensures the scientific quality and expertise of the department.
• Consults with clients on drug discovery or development needs and designs appropriate drug metabolism studies or programs.
• Collaborate with sales and marketing activities to ensure financial and budget expectations are met.
• Develops and executes a strategic plan which identifies the areas in which the department will concentrate its scientific efforts, capital, and staff to meet business growth objectives across global sites.
• Tactically assigns resources (personnel, space, equipment), implements programs, and drives process improvement to assure financial and budget expectations are met across global sites.
• Initiates, plans and implements staff development programs. Develop department capabilities and resources to meet both present and future needs.
• Implements appropriate affirmative action, salary administration, and communication programs within the department.
• Identifies opportunities for synergistic leverage across all chemistry service offerings.
• Creates an employee empowered work environment that is stimulating and rewarding yet deals with deficient performance in a decisive fashion.

• Master of Science degree with 10 or more years of experience as a Scientist, Development Scientist, Chemist, Study Director or Director in the pharmaceutical industry
• 5 or more years of experience as a manager

• Ph.D.
• 8 or more years of experience as a Scientist, Development Scientist, Chemist, Study Director or Director in the pharmaceutical industry
• 3 or more years of experience as a manager
• 3 or more years of experience as a Study Director
• 3 or more years of experience with Inhibition assays, Induction assays, Protein Binding Assays, Transporter assays, LCMS and Metabolic Stability

• Ability to effectively lead Scientists and Study Directors
• Ability to manage a team's workflow and develop talent
• Ability to effectively perform presentations and lead meetings
• Ability to effectively manage time, planning and budgeting

• Relocation assistance available.