Director, Bioassay

GlaxoSmithKline

Pennsylvania, United States
Hybrid
Cell-based potency assays
Mechanism of action assays
Phase-appropriate bioassay strategies
This position will lead a team of ~ 20 staff members via 6 direct reports, responsible for the end-to-end life cycle management of bioassays across modalities including development, validation, transfer to QC and post-validation life cycle support

Job Summary

  • This position will lead a team of ~ 20 staff members via 6 direct reports, responsible for the end-to-end life cycle management of bioassays across modalities including development, validation, transfer to QC and post-validation life cycle support.
  • The role involves leading the identification, evaluation and implementation of new technologies applicable to bioassay development including assay reagents preparation, streamlining assay procedures and automation.
  • Recruit, train, retain and develop talents, embedding equity and inclusion principles through the process to ensure a flexible, energetic and digitally savvy workforce.

Matching Summary

This position will lead a team of ~ 20 staff members via 6 direct reports, responsible for the end-to-end life cycle management of bioassays across modalities including development, validation, transfer to QC and post-validation life cycle support.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • cell-based potency assays
  • mechanism of action assays
  • phase-appropriate bioassay strategies
  • GMP bioassay testing
  • method transfer strategies
  • new technology implementation

Nice-to-have

  • digitization and data modernization
  • external partner management
  • regulatory submission contributions
  • functional assays for oligonucleotides
  • second line leadership experience

Key Requirements

  • MSc with 15+ years or PhD with 10+ years experience
  • Experience in bioassay development for protein therapeutics
  • Experience in phase-appropriate bioassay strategies
  • Experience in GMP bioassay testing and quality processes
  • Team management and coaching experience

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