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Please apply till 23rd of September
Role: Fixed-Term for 1 year
Technology Exploration & Innovation Manager
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**Why does this role exist?**
The Technology Exploration & Innovation Manager supports the exploration and development of next-generation nicotine technologies and novel delivery platforms. The role combines scientific technology scouting, inhalation and drug-delivery science, consumer and pharmacokinetic evaluation, experimental planning and external innovation. It translates emerging science and data into actionable recommendations for global Research & Development innovation projects and future product platforms.
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**What will you actually do?**
* Identify and evaluate novel nicotine-delivery technologies, inhalation platforms, nicotine analogs and next-generation active ingredients to build a credible pipeline of innovation opportunities
* Develop experimental approaches, assess study feasibility and interpret scientific data to generate robust evidence and recommendations for global Research & Development projects
* Support consumer-experience, pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic evaluations and delivery-performance assessments across dry-powder, soft-mist, nasal and other emerging systems
* Coordinate scientific work with contract research organizations, start-ups, academic groups and other external partners to access specialist capabilities and deliver agreed innovation outcomes
* Conduct literature reviews and competitive intelligence, synthesize findings and communicate clear conclusions to multidisciplinary and international stakeholders
* Collaborate across multidisciplinary project teams and share scientific knowledge with colleagues
* Support additional innovation tasks and projects as priorities evolve and upon the manager-s request
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**Who are we looking for?**
* Master of Science or Doctor of Philosophy in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Medicinal Chemistry, Drug Delivery, Biomedical Sciences, Chemical Engineering, Pharmacology or a related discipline
* More than five years of experience in Research & Development, drug delivery, pharmaceutical development or innovation
* Experience in inhalation drug delivery is highly desirable
* Experience with inhalation products, aerosols, powders or respiratory delivery is desirable
* Knowledge of nicotine science or neuropharmacology is desirable
* Experience working with contract research organizations, start-ups or academic collaborators is desirable
* Experience with pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic research, brain imaging or autonomic-response clinical studies is desirable
* Excellent written and spoken English for scientific communication and effective collaboration in international and multidisciplinary teams
* Scientific technology-scouting, literature-review and competitive-intelligence capabilities
* Knowledge of inhalation technologies and novel delivery systems
* Experience in experimental design, study planning and scientific-data interpretation
* Ability to support consumer-experience and pharmacokinetic evaluations
* Ability to coordinate external partners and deliver multiple projects
* Curiosity, learning agility and clear scientific communication
* A collaborative approach that demonstrates empathy, knowledge sharing, ownership, consumer focus, openness to challenge and responsible decision-making
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**What do we offer?**
* An opportunity to contribute to the exploration and development of next-generation nicotine technologies and novel delivery platforms
* Involvement in global Research & Development innovation projects and future product platforms
* Exposure to scientific technology scouting, experimental planning, consumer research and pharmacokinetic evaluation
* Collaboration with multidisciplinary and international project teams
* Opportunities to work with contract research organizations, start-ups, academic groups and specialist external partners
* An environment that encourages collaboration, ownership, constructive challenge, forward thinking and responsible choices
Are you ready to join us? Build your success story at JTI. Apply now!
Next Steps:
After applying, if selected, please anticipate the following within 1-3 weeks of the job posting closure: Phone screening with Talent Advisor Assessment tests Interviews Offer. Each step is eliminatory and may vary by role type.
At JTI, we strive to create a diverse and inclusive work environment. As an equal-opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you need any specific support, alternative formats, or have other access requirements, please let us know.