Senior Analytical Scientist (Biologics)

About the Opportunity

We are supporting a leading international biopharmaceutical organization in the search for a Senior Analytical Scientist to join a laboratory-based team focused on biologics and process improvement activities.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced analytical scientist with a strong background in protein characterization, chromatography, and bioanalytical testing to contribute to innovative manufacturing and development projects within a highly regulated GMP environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform analytical testing of samples generated from manufacturing process improvement activities.
• Execute and troubleshoot liquid chromatography methods, including system setup, sample preparation, data acquisition, and interpretation.
• Conduct immunoassays and protein quantification analyses.
• Review, evaluate, and statistically interpret analytical data.
• Compile analytical results into technical reports and study summaries.
• Maintain accurate laboratory documentation and ensure data integrity compliance.
• Support analytical instrumentation maintenance, qualification, calibration, and troubleshooting activities.
• Investigate analytical anomalies and identify root causes.
• Participate in method development, qualification, optimization, and transfer activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional and international teams to support project objectives.

Required Qualifications

• Degree in Biochemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related scientific discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in the pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical industry.
• Strong hands-on experience with HPLC / UHPLC techniques.
• Expertise in chromatographic methods, particularly SEC (Size Exclusion Chromatography) and Reverse Phase Chromatography .
• Experience with ELISA and other immunoassay techniques.
• Experience analysing biologics, proteins, or other complex biomolecules.
• Strong data analysis and scientific interpretation skills.
• Experience working in GMP-regulated environments.
• Fluent English (written and spoken).

Nice to Have

• Experience with glycoproteins, glycosylation analysis, or protein characterization.
• Experience supporting process development or comparability studies.
• Knowledge of analytical method validation and lifecycle management.
• Experience with Chromeleon, Empower, JMP, or similar analytical software.
• Exposure to LC-MS or advanced biomolecule characterization techniques.

Personal Attributes

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Scientific curiosity and analytical thinking.
• High attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently in a laboratory environment.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced and dynamic project environment.

Interested?

If you have a background in analytical development, biologics characterization, chromatography, and bioanalytical testing, we would be delighted to discuss this opportunity with you.

Apply directly or contact me for a confidential discussion.