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Who is USP?

The U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention (USP) USP is an independent scientific organization that collaborates with the world's top experts in health and science to develop quality standards for medicines, dietary supplements, and food ingredients. USP's fundamental belief that Equity = Excellence manifests in our core value of Passion for Quality through our more than 1,100 talented professionals across five global locations to deliver the mission to strengthen the supply of safe, quality medicines and supplements worldwide.

At USP, we value inclusivity for all. We recognize the importance of building an organizational culture with meaningful opportunities for mentorship and professional growth. From the standards we create to the partnerships we build, to the conversations we foster, we affirm the crucial value of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging in building a world where everyone can be confident of quality in health and healthcare. Part of this commitment includes an emphasis on the professional development of all staff and leadership training for managers. These include advancing core competencies such as Inclusive Management Style, Coaching/Mentorship, and Adaptive Leadership to name a few.

USP is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer (EEOE) and affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment in all aspects of our work—from the standards we make to the partnerships and conversations we cultivate. An environment where every employee feels fully empowered and valued irrespective of, but not limited to, race, ethnicity, physical and mental abilities, education, religion, gender identity and expression, life experience, sexual orientation, country of origin, regional differences, work experience, and family status. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities.

Brief Job Overview

The Director of Science, Documentary Standards, is a key people leadership role within the Documentary Standards and Policy Division. The incumbent leads a team of Documentary standard scientists and supports operational people, ensuring alignment with the overall program units and organization goals. The Director supervises the performance, training, and development of the staff and ensures teamwork and collaboration within the team as well as with other key USP staff. The incumbent oversees all aspects of new monograph development and revision, and monograph modernization for teams aligned with the Expert Committees. The Director works closely with USP stakeholders across the organization to exchange information, obtain resources, solicit input, and advance the work.

How will YOU create an impact here at USP?

• Provides leadership to scientists working in monograph and standards development and revision by established SOPs, business practices, and procedures.

• Builds and establishes appropriate processes and systems to effectively improve operating productivity and manage continuous improvement and programs.

• Develop new and/or revise existing processes to facilitate efficient monograph development and revision.

• Manages and plans budget, projects, personnel, and schedules to perform specific projects according to deliverables and overall business priorities.

• Develops and directs staff by active coaching and training while cultivating collaborative team culture, creative problem-solving, and result-driven operations.

• Maintains the highest quality of scientific foundations of USP’s Monograph, Standards, and solutions development process.

• Participates in the annual department budgeting and planning process.

• Participates in USP-based teams or committees to support business practices and initiatives.

• Recruit new staff to support business needs and contribute to the development of the next generation of scientific leaders.

• Develop and implement training plans for new staff.

• Establishes goals and metrics for the team, ensuring alignment with the program unit goals and organizational goals, and evaluates performance against established goals.

• Manages staff workload, deliverables, and output; provides updates to the department head.

• Mentors the Documentary Standards Scientist and other supporting staff in their relationship with the USP Council of Experts and their Expert Committee in support of standards development and revision.

• Monitors Work Plan activities and facilitates progress.

• If necessary, advise the Documentary Scientist on monograph and standards development and revision strategies.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Who USP is Looking For?

The successful candidate will have a demonstrated understanding of our mission, commitment to excellence through inclusive and equitable behaviors and practices, and ability to quickly build credibility with stakeholders, along with the following competencies and experience:

Director: Ph.D. in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Science, Analytical Science, or other relevant field with a minimum of 15 years of relevant, industry experience Or M.Sc./M. Pharm in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Science, and Analytical science, with a minimum of 20 years of Industry experience.

Sr. Director: Ph.D. in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Science, Analytical Science, or other relevant field with a minimum of 20 years of relevant, industry experience Or M.Sc./M. Pharm in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Science, and Analytical science, with a minimum of 25 years of Industry experience.

Minimum of 5 years of experience supervising, leading teams, training, or mentoring other staff members, including scientific staff. An equivalent combination of experience and education may be substituted.

We especially welcome applications from those who hold historically marginalized and/or underrepresented identities. This job description provides a portrait of an ideal candidate. Candidates who possess many, though perhaps not all, qualifications are encouraged to apply.

Additional Desired Preferences

• Demonstrated success in a people leadership role. Strong business acumen combined with both management and leadership ability.

• Influential leader with the ability to drive problem resolution, transformation, and organizational change.

• Effective coach and mentor to staff. Ability to identify and develop talent.

• Demonstrated stakeholder collaboration experience, with the ability to quickly develop and manage internal and external relationships and contacts.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to develop and deliver presentations to Senior Management and the entire organization.

• Demonstrated research, technical, and analytical skills, as well as the ability to take highly technical scientific information and make strategic recommendations quickly.

• Ability to lead in a fast-paced environment with changing deadlines and priorities.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Yes

Note: USP does not accept unsolicited resumes from 3rd party recruitment agencies and is not responsible for fees from recruiters or other agencies except under specific written agreement with USP.

Job Category Chemistry & Scientific Standards

Job Type Full-Time