Fréttablaðið - 10.12.2022, Side 47

Hilmar G. Hjaltason (hilmar@vinnvinn.is) and
Garðar Ó. Ágústsson (gardar@vinnvinn.is) at
Vinnvinn oversee the recruitment process.
Genís is a leading innovative
biotechnology company, pioneering
the development of therapeutic
chitin derivatives.
Our goal is to address a large unmet global
need by developing effective therapeutic
solutions across a number of inflammatory
diseases, including lung diseases such as
asthma and COPD, type II diabetes and/or
rheumatoid arthritis.
Based on two decades of extensive research,
we are currently engaged in novel drug
development as well as the development of a
number of orthobiologic applications, deriving
benefit from the anti-bacterial properties,
regenerative tissue and osteogenic activities of
chitin derivatives.
Our research and development initiatives have
resulted in Benecta, our chitin-based dietary
supplement that has cemented its place as a
leading food supplement in the market.
The application must be in English,
accompanied by a curriculum vitae and
a cover letter stating the reason for
the application and the reasons for the
person’s ability to perform the job.
Further information about the jobs and
qualification requirements at www.vinnvinn.is.
The application deadline is 10 January 2023.
Apply for the jobs at www.vinnvinn.is.
Requirements:
• Ph.D. or equivalent in natural sciences,
preferably chemistry, biochemistry,
biology, or pharmacology
• Extensive research and development
experience
• Previous management experience is preferred
• Drug development experience is
an advantage
• Strong publication record
• Professionalism, objectiveness, critical
thinking, and evidence-based reasoning
• Robust organisational and
interpersonal skills
• Strong written and verbal
communication skills
Do you want to join us in
improving quality of life?
Clinical Development Manager
We are looking to recruit a Clinical Development Manager who will play an integral role
as the strategic lead of clinical programs.
Head of Production and Quality
We are looking to recruit a Head of Production and Quality who will lead our production
and quality team and manage our facilities in Siglufjörður.
Main responsibilities:
• Direct supervision of our R&D team
• Day-to-day operations of the R&D laboratories
• Development and implementation of methods
for optimization and scale-up of API production
• Development of analytical protocols to support
clinical activities
• Optimization of production methods for
our dietary supplements in collaboration
with the production team
• Planning and execution of strategic R&D activities
• Management and supervision of research grant
applications
• Oversight of research paper drafting
• Engaging in active scientific dialogue with other
parts of the organization
Head of Research & Development
We are looking to recruit a Head of Research & Development who will lead our
R&D team on-site in Siglufjörður.
Requirements:
• University degree in natural sciences,
preferably pharmacology, biology,
biochemistry, medicine, or nursing
• M.Sc. or Ph.D. is an advantage
• GCP certification is preferred
• Extensive clinical research experience,
including pre-clinical and clinical trials
• Previous experience of study
trial management
• Professionalism, objectiveness, critical
thinking, and evidence-based reasoning
• Robust organisational and
interpersonal skills
• Strong written and verbal
communication skills
Main responsibilities:
• Strategic lead of clinical programs
• Planning, executing, managing, and reviewing
pre-clinical and clinical studies in accordance
with our drug development plan
• Ensuring that assigned studies are carried out
according to GCP
• Overseeing review of clinical study entries
• Taking part in building and strategizing product
development across multiple programs
• Providing product development status updates
to the executive leadership team
• Cross-functional collaboration with R&D and
marketing
• Supporting R&D activities with clinical review
and guidance
Requirements:
• University degree in engineering or
chemistry (M.Sc. or Ph.D.)
• Excellent knowledge of manufacturing
process systems
• Prior management experience
• Experience in food and/or pharmaceutical
manufacturing systems,
including GLP/GMP systems, is preferred
• Great attention to detail, proactive and
self-motivated
• Excellent analytical, oral and verbal
presentation skills
• Robust organisational and
interpersonal skills
• Strong written and verbal
communication skills
Main responsibilities:
• Direct supervision of production and quality
assurance team
• Ensuring that our products are manufactured in
accordance with all applicable standards and
requirements
• Planning, organizing and directing day-to-day
operation and maintenance of the production
facilities in Siglufjörður
• Efficient procurement, production and
on-time shipping
• Compliance with the Quality Management System
• Ensuring that health and safety regulations are met
• Development and optimization of production
methods in collaboration with our R&D team
• Coordination of production activities with the
executive leadership team