Scientific Director Immunoassay

OverviewThis role requires regular on-site presence at our Fordham site, but we can offer flexibility for home working depending on business needs and priorities. Hybrid working arrangements can be discussed during the interview stage.ResponsibilitiesLead the Immunoassay Method Development team in Fordham; ensure best practices are applied across all method development activitiesLine management, coaching and mentoring the Principal Scientists[RS1]Core member of the Bioanalysis leadership team to set the strategy and direction of the departmentProvide oversight of all active method development projects across Immunoassay Bioanalysis, ensure projects are progressing to client requirements and expectationsDrive the method development strategy, ensuring methods in Immunoassay are developed in the most efficient wayHas overall responsibility for ensuring methods developed within the Immunoassay group are robust and fit-for-purposeWork with the method development team to provide robust, independent scientific review of bioanalytical methods following both method establishment and method validation ensuring methods are of good quality before they progress to the next stageReview method performance data and drive improvements as appropriateDeliver scientific training within the group and present internally on best practicesWork closely with Bioanalysis colleagues to ensure delivery of high quality data to customersContribute to the global scientific leadership team to set the direction on technological strategy, laboratory best practices, scientific training approaches, knowledge sharing and advising on best scientific solutions for customersProvide scientific support to the Business Development team; review customer requests and advise on feasibilityDeliver scientific presentations to customers, support BD at customer meetings, lead scientific marketing initiatives and help develop new business[RS2]Build personal reputation within the industryEnhance Resolian reputation via conference presentations and publications in peer-reviewed journalsPromote strong scientific collaboration both within Resolian and externally with industry and academic partnersEnsure an up to date and appropriate scientific training programme for all scientists within Immunoassay teams and support the training programme of the wider bioanalysis departmentContribute to a culture of continuous improvement to promote efficiency within the Immunoassay section and the wider departmentBe familiar with, and work to the Resolian Health and Safety Policy relevant to your role, paying particular attention to COSHH in the laboratorySpecific ResponsibilitiesAct as GLP Facility ManagementSkills, Education & QualificationsMinimum of a relevant degree and at least 10 years’ direct experience is required within a senior scientific position within biotech, pharma or CRO industryKnowledge of method development of Immunoassays for PK, ADA and PD analysisExperience of coaching and leading scientific teams both through direct reports and within project teamsFamiliarity with GxP environments (specifically GCP and GLP) and an understanding of regulatory requirements (ICH M10 etc)Demonstrable experience in communicating complex science to clients, regulators and internal stakeholdersProven track record of presenting, publishing and involvement in the wider scientific communityPreferable Skills And ExperiencePhD in an appropriate subject.Experience and knowledge in cell and gene therapyUnderstanding of the whole drug development pathwayExperience of the regulatory process for new chemical or biologicals approvalAbout UsAre you interested in working in science for a leading global Contract Research Organization that is expanding rapidly and delivering best in class service to its clients? If you are ambitious and hard working then keep reading, as we are looking for talented individuals like you.We are globally recognised for our leadership in science and, as a result, you will have the opportunity to work with some of our industries smartest and most inquisitive people, in a flexible and supportive environment. It is the ideal place to expand your knowledge, take on new responsibilities and make ambitious strides in your career.If you want to join us to help us deliver our mission of using our scientific capabilities to improve the quality of life of people, then we would love to hear from you.Seniority levelDirectorEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionResearch, Analyst, and Information Technology #J-18808-Ljbffr