Senior Analytical Scientist (method Development & Platform Innovation) – Contract Position
nlb.gov.sg
Bioassay development for mabs and complex formats
Spr and bli for binding kinetics
High-resolution mass spectrometry (hrms)
Lead the development, optimization, and validation of bioassays and advanced analytical methodologies to support the regulatory testing of monoclonal antibodies (mAbs) and next-generation formats
Job Summary
Lead the development, optimization, and validation of bioassays and advanced analytical methodologies to support the regulatory testing of monoclonal antibodies (mAbs) and next-generation formats.
Develop and validate analytical methods using advanced techniques including Surface Plasmon Resonance (SPR) and Biolayer Interferometry (BLI) for complex binding interactions and High-Resolution Mass Spectrometry (HRMS) for structural characterisation.
Support laboratory transformation initiatives including integrating AI and automation tools to enhance productivity, identifying capability gaps for emerging biologics formats, and proposing actionable improvement plans for next-generation testing requirements.
Matching Summary
Lead the development, optimization, and validation of bioassays and advanced analytical methodologies to support the regulatory testing of monoclonal antibodies (mAbs) and next-generation formats.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Bioassay development for mAbs and complex formats
SPR and BLI for binding kinetics
High-Resolution Mass Spectrometry (HRMS)
Peptide mapping and glycan profiling
Method validation according to ICH Q2(R1/R2)
Cell-based bioassays
Chromatographic techniques for biologics
Nice-to-have
AI and automation integration
Expert scientific opinions
Technical guidance to team
Present research at conferences
ISO17025 accreditation support
Problem-solving mindset
Attention to detail
Key Requirements
Minimum 7 years of laboratory experience
Life Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Biochemistry degree
Experience with biologics testing and method validation
Experience with characterisation and bioassay development for complex biologics