LaGray Chemical Company

Our success depends on talented employees around the world who are passionate about contributing to a growing business.  We have a number of technical positions open, requiring persons with BS through Ph.D. level training in Organic and Analytical Chemistry, Microbiology, Pharmaceutics and Chemical Engineering. 

CURRENT CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

All candidates must have demonstrated ability to lead and work comfortably in a team environment, be adaptable to change, manage multiple priorities, have excellent analytical and problem solving skills and proficiency with computers and related software. Excellent oral and written communication skills and a “Can Do” attitude are imperative. The candidates must also have good interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively perform in a multi-cultural environment.

For positions located in Ghana:

Full-time contract positions are estimated to last 2 – 5 years and are open to non-residents of Ghana. LaGray will be responsible for obtaining work authorizations/residence permits. Full-time positions are open to Ghanaian Citizens and Residents only.

COUNTRY MANAGER, NIGERIA 

The successful candidate will report administratively to the company's business partner in Nigeria and functionally to the Corporate Manager, Business Development based in Ghana.
The key results areas will include:-

  • Creating a seamless interface between LaGray and her business partner in Nigeria.
  • Ensuring compliance with the regulatory requirements for the company's brands.
  • Building a strong sales and marketing team made up of highly mobile and motivated professionals.
  • Establishing a strong foothold for the company's brands in the fiercely competitive Nigerian pharmaceutical market.
  • Continuously assessing the competitive landscape, developing and implementing competitive strategies....more

QUALITY ASSURANCE ENGINEER

This position, under the general direction of the Manager, Quality Assurance will provide quality engineering support toward the design, development, installation, start-up, validation and maintenance of products, processes, equipment, and facilities. The successful candidate supports the
performance of qualification and validation studies and ensures adherence
to cGMP.
Required Education, Skills and Experience:

  • The position requires well developed, engineering and/or technical
    skills and knowledge, which are normally attained with a degree in engineering, chemistry or related field. An advanced
    degree is preferred.
  • A minimum of 3 years of professional experience is required either in the pharmaceutical or FMCG (fast moving consumer goods) industry.
  • Clean Room and cGMP training will be required and provided.

RESEARCH SCIENTIST

Working under the supervision on the Manager, Pharmaceutical Research and
Development, the successful candidate will assist in scientific research from preformulation through process development and technology transfer to
manufacturing, leading to commercial oral and topical formulations. Must
ensure strict adherence of the laboratory and production areas to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), approved process steps, SOP's, quality
procedures, validation, safety, and environmental standards while operating
within the profit plan.
Required Education, Skills and Experience:

  • The candidate should have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Pharmaceutics with at least two years in formulation process development in a cGMP environment.
  • He/She should be able to function independently and interact on multifunctional teams to resolve a wide range of formulation manufacturing issues.

MEDICAL REPRESENTATIVE

Under the general guidance of the Manager, Business Development, the primary job functions are:

  • Detailing of LaGray products' attributes to doctors, nurses, associations of patients etc.
  • Support in wider organizational activities, events towards education of
    patients, doctors, nurses and all relevant stakeholders on disease
    prevention and treatment.
  • Establish and reinforce relationships with authorities, central pharmacy, Ministry of Health and Key Opinion Leaders.
  • Support in the organization of local scientific events (symposia, conferences)
  • Investigate, collect and disseminate market and competitor
    information.

Required Education, Skills and Experience:

  • Must be a registered pharmacist with at least three years experience as a medical representative. A working knowledge of French is a plus.

To be considered for any of these positions, please read our values and guiding principles.  If you believe you can abide by them and become a part of our family, then please

1. Download the employment application form.

2. Fill it out in Microsoft word, attach your CV and

3. Send your completely filled out form and CV to employment@lagraychem.com.  

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