Vice President, Small Molecules
Vice President, Small Molecules
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Job Description
Who is USP
The U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention (USP) is an independent scientific organization that collaborates
with the worlds leading health and science experts to develop rigorous quality standards for medicines
dietary supplements and food ingredients. At USP we believe that scientific excellence is driven by a
commitment to fairness integrity and global collaboration. This belief is embedded in our core value of
Passion for Quality and is demonstrated through the contributions of more than 1300 professionals
across twenty global locations working to strengthen the supply of safe highquality medicines
worldwide.
At USP we value inclusive scientific collaboration and recognize that attracting diverse expertise
strengthens our ability to develop trusted public health standards. We foster an organizational culture
that supports equitable access to mentorship professional development and leadership opportunities.
Our partnerships standards and research reflect our belief that ensuring broad participation in scientific
leadership results in stronger more impactful outcomes for global health.
USP is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer (EEOE) and is committed to ensuring
fair meritbased selection processes that enable the best scientific mindsregardless of backgroundto
contribute to advancing public health solutions worldwide. We provide reasonable accommodations to
individuals with disabilities and uphold policies that create an inclusive and collaborative work
environment.
Brief Job Overview
The Vice President (VP) Small Molecules is responsible for developing and executing the small
molecule strategy for documentary standards including all aspects of new monograph development and
revision monograph modernization and the USPNF. The incumbent heads a department in
Documentary Standards and Compendial Policy serves as a colead for the Small Molecules Program
Unit Team (PUT) and leads a team of direct and matrixed reports. In addition the VP leads and
develops his/her staff through mentoring and coaching to cultivate future science leaders. The VP will
also serve as a member of the DSCP leadership team and the Global Leadership Team.
How will YOU create impact here at USP
As part of our mission to advance scientific rigor and public health standards you will play a vital role
in increasing global access to highquality medicines through public standards and related programs.
USP prioritizes scientific integrity regulatory excellence and evidencebased decisionmaking to ensure
health systems worldwide can rely on strong tested and globally relevant quality standards.
Additionally USPs People and Culture division in partnership with the Equity Office invests in
leadership and workforce development to equip all employees with the skills to create highperforming
inclusive teams. This includes training in equitable management practices and tools to promote engaged
collaborative and resultsdriven work environments.
The Vice President Small Molecules has the following responsibilities:
Continue to expand the small molecule portfolio of documentary standards and solutions
including the monograph development process to support the USPNF.
Leads a department responsible for the development of new monographs revisions of
monographs accelerated revisions monograph redesign and other tasks related to monograph
development.
Develops the annual budget for revenue expenses and operating change targets for the area of
responsibility and ensures adherence to budget. Identifies solutions to budget constraints to
ensure goals and objectives are not hindered.
Drives the effective achievement of the organizations goals relating to productivity quality and
efficiency. Maintains continuous efforts to strengthen the overall quality and efficiency of our
standards development processes. Coleads the Small Molecules Program Unit.
Establishes and maintains productive relations with the Council of Experts Expert Committees
and Advisory Panels to ensure quality monographs and solutions.
Drives resolution of compendial issues related to monographs in accordance with the Rules and
Procedures of the Council of Experts USP guidelines standard operating procedures.
Collaborates closely with all USP staff /departments for establishing new processes and/or
process improvement initiatives in areas of interest.
Leads and develops staff within the department encourages professional development by
assisting in identifying opportunities for learning and professional growth.
Who is USP Looking For
The successful candidate will have a demonstrated understanding of our mission commitment to
excellence through inclusive and equitable behaviors and practices ability to quickly build credibility
with stakeholders along with the following competencies and experience:
Ph.D. or equivalent professional degree in a field of chemistry pharmaceutical science or other
related scientific field of study.
Minimum of 15 years of broad industry experience including a minimum of five years in a
leadership level position.
Minimum of 10 years of people management experience managing and leading a group of senior
staff.
Previous success as an analytical laboratory director including training and developing
subordinates and working with USP tests and standards.
Additional Desired Preferences
Demonstrated expertise in pharmaceutical analysis including separation science and other
stabilityindicating techniques.
Experience with pharmaceutical regulatory requirements (e.g. cGMPs FDA guidelines etc.).
Understanding of USP standardssetting processes and compendial terminology.
Knowledge of global pharmaceutical and healthcare industries and related trade associations.
Demonstrated leadership and management capabilities.
Management of a diverse and multifaceted staff including Directors scientists and support
staff.
Ability to solve complex problems with keen instincts and organizational experience.
Demonstrated ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and concisely.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate and align across disciplines and departments.
Excellent interpersonal skills ability to develop important relationships with customers and key
stakeholders good conflict management skills.
Demonstrated ability to translate strategy into action.
Strong influence negotiation teamwork and presentation skills.
May require some travel to international sites.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Four direct reporting Sr. Managers (in US) and two matrix reporting Sr. Managers (in India).
Benefits
USP provides the benefits to protect yourself and your family today and tomorrow. From companypaid
time off and comprehensive healthcare options to retirement savings you can have peace of mind that
your personal and financial wellbeing is protected.
Compensation
Base Salary Range: USD $232000.00 $313250.00 annually.
Target Annual Bonus: % Varies based on level of role.
Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidates skill set
experience qualifications equity and other jobrelated reasons.
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.
Required Experience:
Chief
Employment Type
Full-Time
