Bioanalytical Expert

The Bioanalytical Expert is responsible for providing scientific leadership and operational oversight for bioanalytical activities supporting the development of the companys therapeutic candidates. Reporting to the Vice President Clinical Pharmacology this role serves as the subject matter expert for bioanalytical strategies including but not limited to PK ADA with a focus on ligand binding and mass spectrometry approaches assay development validation sample analysis and data interpretation across all stages of clinical development.

In a small biotech environment the Bioanalytical Expert will work closely with Clinical Pharmacology Biosample Management Translational Medicine Clinical Operations Regulatory Affairs Biometrics Program Management Quality and external laboratory partners. The position requires a hands-on collaborative individual capable of managing outsourced bioanalytical activities while ensuring the generation of high-quality data to support key development and regulatory milestones and decisions.

Scientific Strategy & Ownership

• Own the end-to-end scientific strategy and lifecycle management of all clinical-grade PK and ADA assays; ensure methods remain fit-for-purpose clinical stage appropriateness and inspection-ready.
• Develop and implement bioanalytical strategies supporting clinical development programs from pipeline to late stage readiness (Phase III).
• Provide scientific expertise for pharmacokinetic (PK) immunogenicity biomarker and pharmacodynamic (PD) assessments including guidance on preparing lab manuals and sample collection kits
• Ensure bioanalytical approaches are aligned with clinical and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to dose selection and clinical development decisions through interpretation of bioanalytical data.

Assay Development and Validation

• Provide oversight of assay development qualification transfer and validation activities.
• Ensure assays are fit-for-purpose and compliant with applicable regulatory guidance.
• Review and approve validation plans including statistical analysis bioanalytical data reports method descriptions amendments and analytical methods.
• Responsible for ensuring relevant bioanalytical documents are provided for CSR and TMF documentation
• Support the implementation of novel analytical technologies and methodologies when appropriate.

CRO Technical Leadership

• Serve as the primary scientific interface with CROs for method development/transfer validation updates oversight and data quality; drive timely issue resolution.
• Lead the transition of assays from internal research/preclinical lab to clinical readiness.
• Lead RFP process (if required) and select qualify and manage CROs and bioanalytical laboratories.
• Monitor vendor performance timelines budgets and deliverables.
• Review contracts statements of work and project plans.

Bioanalytical Data Review

• Review and interpret bioanalytical data generated from nonclinical and clinical studies.
• Ensure data quality integrity and consistency across programs.
• Collaborate with Clinical Pharmacology and Biometrics teams to integrate bioanalytical findings into PK and PK/PD analyses.
• Identify and proactively address data trends risks and potential issues.

Regulatory Support

• Author and review bioanalytical sections of regulatory submissions
• Contribute to IND CTA NDA BLA (particularly M2.7.1.) and MAA documentation.
• Support responses to health authority questions related to bioanalytical methods and data.
• Ensure compliance with FDA EMA ICH and other global regulatory expectations.

Cross-Functional Partnership

• Partner closely with Clinical Development Clinical Pharmacology Sample Management Translational Medicine Regulatory Affairs Quality and Biometrics to align bioanalytical deliverables with program needs and submissions.
• Provide expertise for study design and sampling strategies.
• Support biomarker and companion diagnostic initiatives where applicable.
• Participate in project team meetings and program governance discussions.

• PhD MSc or equivalent degree in Bioanalytical Sciences Analytical Chemistry Biochemistry Pharmaceutical Sciences or a related scientific discipline.
• Typically 5-10 years of experience in bioanalysis within biotechnology pharmaceutical CRO or related environments.
• Demonstrated experience supporting clinical development programs.
• Experience with small molecules biologics peptides or other advanced therapeutic modalities.
• Prior experience managing outsourced bioanalytical activities and CRO relationships.
• Experience in a small or virtual biotech organization is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of Bioanalytical method development and validation LC-MS/MS methodologies Ligand-binding assays (ELISA MSD etc.) and cell-based assays (binding reporter assays).
• Good experience with Immunogenicity testing strategies Biomarker assay development and validation Pharmacokinetics and PK sample analysis Regulatory bioanalytical guidance and industry standardsKnowledge of GxP laboratory requirements.

We offer a competitive compensation package and opportunities for career growth and development. If you are a highly motivated and skilled scientist looking to join a dynamic and innovative team please submit your CV.

Candidate needs to hold a US working permit or be an US citizen