Chief Scientific Officer

Full Job Description

Our client has over 30 years’ history in the Nutraceutical and Pharmaceutical industry and has played a key role in driving innovation and increasing awareness. They sell products in over 45 countries and have ambitious plans to continue their international expansion delivering strong and consistent double-digit growth.

We are looking a CSO to join the team as a visionary leader to set the group’s strategic direction and oversee the design and delivery of research programs while providing leadership to the R+D team.

R&D's primary role is to provide a steady pipeline of new, and/or improved products which have-the potential to significantly grow the business. In addition, the CSO will give scientific guidance and input wherever required; this may include dealings with regulatory authorities, competitor challenges, legal cases, and issues that arise where a robust and measured scientific approach is required.

Desired Skills & Experience

• A degree or (preferably) PhD in a scientific discipline
• At least 10 years industry experience in similar senior roles (from any industry)
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, time management and IT skills
• Excellent time management skills

This person will be:

• A quick learner
• Posses scientific credibility
• An excellent communicator
• A self-motivator
• Flexible
• Hard working
• Enthusiastic
• A team player
• Able to manage and prioritise multiple demands
• Able to negotiate business arrangements with customers and suppliers
• Have proficient core technical knowledge

The post holder will be expected to:

• Act with honesty and integrity at all times
• Demonstrate high standards of personal conduct
• Value and respect colleagues and other members of staff
• Work with others to develop and improve our services
• Take personal responsibility for their words and actions and the quality of service they deliver