Vp, Shared Services

Applied Pharmaceutical Innovation (API) brings life-saving research to the real world by helping life science innovators bridge the gap between academic research and commercial product development. We are driven, compassionate, and laser focused on making a dramatic positive impact with everything we undertake. 

We are seeking a VP, Shared Services. Reporting to the CEO, the VP, Shared Services is an integral part of the leadership team at API responsible for the developing, implementing, leading, and maintaining organization-wide functions such as finance, HR, building services, operations & project management, and IT. Working with the CEO, the successful candidate will ensure API’s non-regulated business processes and operations run seamlessly. The role will also be critical to ensure strong integration between API’s broad operations and its technical teams conducting Health Canada/FDA/EMA regulated work led by the VP, Technical Operations & Quality.

API is a rapidly growing and complex organization navigating the transition from a small to medium sized organization. While it is a not-for-profit, API conducts considerable B2B commercial fee-for-service work. In addition, API is undertaking a $130M+ capital project and currently operates over 120,000 square feet of incubation, lab, and office space across four sites. The VP, Shared Services should be comfortable developing and implementing strategies to manage large, complex, and varied revenues and expenditures.

When you join API, you are part of a rapidly growing team that is creating collaborative opportunities to commercialize Canadian life sciences discoveries, increasing the amount of commercial research and development in the country, and supporting Alberta as a key pillar in Canada’s life sciences sector. 

** Please note this position requires full-time on-site presence and is not suited to Fractional CFO service providers **

Key Responsibilities, include but are not limited to:

Qualifications - (Education, Certification, Degree, Skills, Knowledge, etc.)

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree with a preference given to advanced education in Finance and Accounting, Operations Management.

Experience:

• 10 years progressive senior experience leading finance and/or operations, preferably in a rapidly scaling or medium-sized B2B company, and ideally have a CPA or expert-level competencies with financial systems, projections, and reporting.

Personal Competencies

• The successful candidate should be a highly strategic thinker with the ability to see the big picture, identify novel tactics and strategies to empower API to continually improve its ability to move quickly, adapt to new opportunities, and maintain its strong foundations.
• They should be compassionate, innovative, and laser focused on making a big impact; excited by the opportunity to build something and enjoy being hands-on with the ability to keep many balls in the air.
• They don’t need to be an expert in everything, but they need to be excited to learn, and a quick intuitive thinker.
• They should thrive under ambiguous and often-changing environments with the ability to find clear solutions when there doesn’t seem to be a clear path.
• They should be able to build strong authentic relationships, and be an empathetic, humble, and honest communicator.

Working Conditions

• Required travel between Edmonton API sites.
• This position requires you to be on site.

Additional Required Documents to Support Application

• Applications submitted without a resume & cover letter will not be reviewed.

Perks and Benefits at API

Comprehensive Health Coverage: At API, we prioritize the well-being of our employees. We offer a comprehensive health coverage plan. Our premiums are 100% covered, ensuring that you and your dependents receive the necessary healthcare support.

Payment in Lieu of Pension: API provides an additional 15% of your annual base salary, as an alternative to traditional pension benefits.

Professional Development Opportunities: We foster a culture of continuous learning and growth. API provides access to various professional development opportunities, including training programs, workshops, conferences, and certifications. We encourage employees to enhance their skills, broaden their knowledge, and stay updated with the latest advancements in the life sciences industry.

Collaborative and Inclusive Environment: At API, we believe in the power of collaboration and diversity. We foster an inclusive work environment that values and respects individuals from all backgrounds. We promote teamwork, open communication, and a supportive atmosphere where everyone's contributions are valued.

Generous Paid Time Off: We understand the importance of taking time off to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance. API offers a generous paid time off (PTO) policy that includes vacation days, medical/personal days, and holidays. We encourage our employees to prioritize their well-being and enjoy quality time away from work.

Green Transit Allowance: Employees based out of an office are eligible to enroll in our green transit program, which promotes the use of environmentally friendly modes of transportation. By participating in the program, you commit to making green transit your primary mode of transportation for at least 75% of your commute to and from work. Green transit includes walking, biking, carpooling, and public transportation.

How to Apply

Interested applicants must submit a resume and cover letter expressing their interest in the position and why they believe they are a strong candidate.

We appreciate the interest of all applicants but will only contact those selected for interviews.

If you have any questions about the application process, please contact careers@appliedpharma.ca.

Our team, clients, and stakeholders come from a variety of backgrounds. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that all people bring to the workplace in terms of varied lived experiences, education, culture, gender, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background, neurodiversity, and cognitive and physical ability.