Director, Bioassay

GSK

United States
Hybrid
Cell-based potency assays
Phase-appropriate bioassay strategies
Gmp bioassay release testing
GSK is seeking a Director of Bioassay to lead a team responsible for the end-to-end management of bioassays in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical sectors. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in bioassay development, specifically for protein therapeutics, and will contribute to the company’s mission of advancing patient health through innovative R&D

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 (Quality Control) and post-validation life cycle support.
  • Lead 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.

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GSK is seeking a Director of Bioassay to lead a team responsible for the end-to-end management of bioassays in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical sectors. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in bioassay development, specifically for protein therapeutics, and will contribute to the company’s mission of advancing patient health through innovative R&D.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • cell-based potency assays
  • phase-appropriate bioassay strategies
  • GMP bioassay release testing
  • method transfer strategies
  • life cycle management of bioassays

Nice-to-have

  • digitization and data modernization
  • automation in bioassay development
  • working across Discovery, non-clinical, clinical and CMC functions
  • second line leadership experience

Key Requirements

  • MSc with 15+ years or PhD with 10+ years experience
  • Hands-on experience developing cell-based potency assays
  • Extensive experience in phase-appropriate bioassay strategies
  • Experience overseeing GMP bioassay testing
  • Experience managing a team

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