**Primary Objective of Position:** The Head of MS & T is responsible for the operational technical leadership to ensure product reliability, portfolio growth, cost competitiveness (via leading technical programs including New Product Introduction, Process & Formulation Improvements, Alternate Supplier Development etc.) for the product manufactured in Pakistan (in Abbott sites and TPM) in coordination with Regional MS&T and I&D. Additionally, he/she required to Translate high-level objectives into detailed technical plans, execute the plan (individually and/or through others), and update the cross-functional project team on key technical and timeline risks. Principal Duties: **Major Responsibilities:** + Head of MS & T must ensure the following activities in his/her area of responsibilities: + Leading risk/failure mode assessment, test method development, process development, and performance and safety testing for early feasibility products. + Leading key aspects of the Advanced Development (early feasibility) process. + Driving results in the technical team addressing key deliverables or addressing key project risks. + Hands-on ownership of design and process from product ideation through hand-off to the concept through process validation + Support Corporate Vision and Strategy to build MS & T capability for Local business support as well as extending support to METAP Sites. + Establish project goals and priorities by collaborating with Marketing and Operations. + Transfer new technologies, products, and manufacturing processes into and out of the site in coordination with MS&T and I&D. + Research, design and evaluate materials, assemblies, processes, and equipment. + Suggest training tools to enhance employee performance and skill development. + Monitor team metrics and objectives ensuring meeting of goals. : + Document all phases of research and development. Oversee complex research projects, analyse results, and provide recommendations based on findings. + Assess the scope of research projects and ensure they are on time and within budget. + Staff resource need assessment, talent identification and staff hiring to ensure right people for required tasks available. + Identification of Capital items and budget preparation for MS & T operations + Technical support to affiliate for the Continuous Improvement Projects, as required. + Technical support to Abbott TPM team for FLQR Package review in line with MS&T protocol. + Technical support for Alternate Material Source Development by participating in Risk assessment and Recommending Implementation strategy to Quality and Material Management team. + Review and approve technical proposal, packages and other related documents prepared in MS & T as related to New Make products, Formulation Improvement, Process Improvement, Tech Transfer and Tech Recommendations etc. **Knowledge** **, Experience & Education:** + Product formulation and process knowledge + Technical risk assessment tools and methodology + Project Management + More than 10 years of experience in relevant field. + Pharm – D/PhD An Equal Opportunity Employer Abbot welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce. We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. To request accommodation, please call 224-667-4913 or email corpjat@abbott.com