Analytical R&D Team Leader

ELPEN Pharmaceutical, founded in 1965, is a leading Greek pharmaceutical company with a strong presence in more than 90 countries worldwide. Driven by our vision of advancing health and care for all, we continue to grow by developing and producing high-quality medicines, with a long-standing commitment to quality, safety and innovation.
With headquarters in Greece and subsidiaries in Germany and UAE our mission is to become a top European pharma company, with a strong global reach, always putting people first & investing in research to deliver quality medicines. Guided by our core values: Respect, Care, Commitment to Quality, and Constant reward for creativity, we shape the future of healthcare with responsibility and purpose.
To support our continued growth, we are looking to bring to our team an Analytical R&D Team Leader.
In This Role, You Will

• Lead, mentor, and develop the Analytical R&D team, including workload allocation, performance management, and training.
• Plan and supervise analytical method development, optimization and validation of analytical methods for pharmaceutical products and raw materials.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, Data Integrity, ICH guidelines, and internal SOPs.
• Write or review analytical protocols, reports, and technical documentation.
• Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting support throughout method development and validation.
• Lead or support investigations related to deviations and OOS/OOE results.
• Collaborate closely with QC, QA, Formulation Development and CMC to ensure successful analytical method implementation.
• Participate in customer and regulatory audits/inspections.
• Oversee laboratory equipment, analytical resources, standards.

What You Bring

• Degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related field; MSc/PhD will be considered an advantage.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience in Analytical Development within the pharmaceutical industry.
• Previous experience in a team leadership or supervisory role will be considered an advantage.
• Strong knowledge and hands-on experience in analytical method development and validation.
• Good knowledge of GMP, Data Integrity, and relevant ICH guidelines.
• Strong leadership, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Excellent command of English, written and spoken.
• Excellent knowledge of HPLC usage.
• Empower software knowledge will be considered an advantage.

Why Join Us

• A competitive compensation package combined with additional benefits.
• Private Insurance for you and your family.
• Facilities with Parking inside, enticing restaurant and corporate bus.
• An extensive training program upon induction and throughout employment.
• Prospects for professional growth.