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Principal Scientist Material Development

West Pharmaceutical Services Deutschland GmbH & Co. KGEschweiler, Germany

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Principal Scientist Material Development

West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of packaging components and delivery systems for injectable drugs and healthcare products. Working by the side of its customers from concept to patient, West creates products that promote the efficiency, reliability and safety of the world's pharmaceutical drug supply. West is headquartered in Exton, Pennsylvania, and supports its customers from locations in North and South America, Europe, Asia and Australia. West's 2020 sales of $2.14 billion reflect the daily use of approximately 112 million of its components and devices which are designed to improve the delivery of healthcare to patients around the world.

Location : Eschweiler, North Rhine-Westphalia, DE

Department : R&D

Job Summary

In this role the job holder will spearhead research and development initiatives within the Material Development team, concentrating on polymer films. A central aspect of this role involves leading a global team dedicated to the discovery, evaluation, validation, and industrialization of innovative polymer films for pharmaceutical packaging applications.

Lead a diverse international team in the development and industrialization of novel polymer films
Direct Material Development projects aimed at discovering groundbreaking materials for polymer and rubber formulations
Initiate, define, and assess new polymers for films and coatings in alignment with long-term strategies, alongside novel materials for elastomeric rubbers, to enhance the performance of pharmaceutical primary closure components
Serve as a subject matter expert and offer guidance to the Material Development team on inquiries related to coatings, films, and rubber formulations
Engage in proactive technology scouting by crafting and executing outreach strategies to identify emerging technologies for material development activities
Document and report project milestones using project management tools within our GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) environment
Initiate, define, plan, execute, and interpret data from development and research projects, focusing – but not limited to – film, coating, and thermoset formulations for pharmaceutical primary closure components
Identify, plan, and collaborate with external vendors and suppliers to establish new testing methodologies and materials

Masters in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science with focus in Polymer Chemistry required

Ph.D. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science with focus in Polymer Chemistry or equivalent experience preferred

Minimum of 8 years technically leading material development projects in the field of polymer sciences, preferable for pharmaceutical components

Successfully led development projects in the field of polymer thin films or polymer synthesis for pharmaceutical applications

You possess expert-level understanding in polymer analysis, synthesis, blending, and functional enhancement.

You demonstrate strong proficiency in rubber chemistry, including compounding and detailed analysis

You have a solid foundation and in-depth knowledge of surface chemistry and advanced coating technologies for polymer films

You excel in technically leading both global and cross-departmental project teams with expertise

You operate independently, requiring only guidance in intricate and challenging situations

You foster a collaborative environment by providing leadership while effectively identifying and addressing knowledge or skill gaps within project teams as necessary

You articulate complex concepts clearly, anticipate potential challenges, and effectively persuade others to consider alternative viewpoints

You are experienced in delivering comprehensive written and verbal presentations to senior and executive management, showcasing a capability to convey information effectively

Fluency in English, including both verbal and written communication skills, required

Fluency in German is preferred

Strong interpersonal and decision-making skills and the ability to effectively manage change and uncertainty

Knowledge of applicable ISO and USP standards for drug delivery

Knowledge of applicable health authority regulations, including FDA and MDR

Proficiency in statistical methods / tools

Experience in project management

Understanding of guidelines for sensitivity with IP protection

Understanding of strategic direction and contributing to strategy formation

Ability to communicate effectively with written and oral skills, make quick decisions, interpret data, speak in front of groups, express and exchange ideas, understand direction and adhere to procedures; concise presentation skills at high-profile conferences, if needed

Organizational skills will enable planning, prioritization and achievement of goals, especially of importance for the successful execution of related activities

Read and interpret data, information and documents

Ability to work well with others in a variety of situations and have reliable and predictable attendance

Capability to multi-task, work under time constraints, and exercise timely decision-making, problem solving, and prioritization

Competence to deal with ambiguity and to make independent and sound judgments

Analytical observation and problem-solving skills

Travel requirement : up to 26 business days per year

Sedentary : exerting up to 10 lbs / 4 kgs of force occasionally and / or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body; sedentary work involves sitting most of the time

Internationality – As an American company, we live a global cooperation within international structures

Philanthropy – We value an appreciative and friendly work environment as well as flat hierarchies

Market-appropriate remuneration – We offer an attractive, market-oriented remuneration, including company social benefits and purchasing benefits

Social engagement – We support local aid organizations through various actions organized by our employees

Diversity – We at West value the wide range of our employees who make up our company

Safety – Occupational safety is our highest priority; we offer secure jobs in a sustainable industry

Development opportunities – Our employees benefit from an extensive range of trainings as well as from a constant and targeted employee development

Family-friendly culture – We attach great importance to reconciling private life and work; flexible working hours are a matter of course for us

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Principal Scientist Material Development • Eschweiler, Germany