Research and Development Manager Job Description Sample Template
JOB TITLE:
- Research and Development Manager
DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manage product development and scientific laboratory projects according to established deadlines.
- Oversee laboratory personnel’s general daily activities and attendance.
- Responsible for the upkeep and routine maintenance of the laboratory.
- Manage and maintain Research and Development’s cannabis inventory, non-cannabis inventory, and change orders through ERP and QMS platforms.
- Coordinate with Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs to ensure all requirements are met as it relates to the Cannabis Act, Cannabis Regulations, and GPP requirements for new product innovations.
- Ensure adherence to Quality by Design for new products/processes.
- Coordinate with Quality Control as required for new product specifications and method development.
- Build well-written, comprehensive reports related to Quality and Regulatory Affairs for various projects as needed.
- Maintain a clean laboratory area and follow cleaning procedures and chemical hygiene.
- Maintain laboratory supplies, consumables, and raw ingredient inventory.
- Review formulations and ensure mathematical accuracy and consistency.
- Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and health regulations and procedures.
- Maintain, operate, and calibrate laboratory equipment.
- Adhere to project timelines and prepare samples in a timely manner.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
EXPERIENCE and QUALIFICATIONS:
- A Bachelor’s Degree or technical diploma in a relevant field.
- 5+ years of laboratory experience.
- At least 1 year of in-lab benchtop experience.
- Critical thinker.
- Proficient with computers.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills to thrive in a highly cross-functional role.
- Highly organized and detail-oriented.
- Comprehensive knowledge of manufacturing operations and GPP requirements.
- Experience in a manufacturing environment is an asset.
- Knowledge of pharmaceutical, food, and natural health product regulations.
- Team-oriented with superior communication and management skills.
- Must pass any and all required background checks.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.
- This employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands or feet, reach with hands and arms.
- May be required to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.