Senior Immunoassay Leader — Guide Science & Teams

Proclinical; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Proclinical is partnering with a Brisbane bioanalytical CRO to recruit a senior scientific leader who will guide a team of scientists, shape immunoassay strategy, and stay closely involved with hands-on work.

The role emphasizes people development, client collaboration, and delivering robust assay work in a regulated CRO setting. Brisbane-based, the position offers hands-on leadership and visibility across projects.

Qualifications

• PhD with 7+ years in a regulated bioanalytical CRO.
• Hands-on immunoassay development and validation (PK, ADA, neutralising assays).
• Experience leading scientists and communicating technical decisions to clients.

Responsibilities

• Set the technical direction for immunoassay development across programmes.
• Lead and mentor scientists, review data and reports, and troubleshoot complex assays.
• Ensure scientific quality and project delivery, including investigations, audits and inspections.
• Contribute scientific input on proposals and client discussions.

Skills

Immunoassay development

Immunoassay validation

Leadership & mentoring

Scientific data review

Education

PhD

Job description

Proclinical is partnering with a Brisbane bioanalytical CRO to recruit a senior scientific leader who will guide a team of scientists, shape immunoassay strategy, and stay closely involved with hands-on work.

The role emphasizes people development, client collaboration, and delivering robust assay work in a regulated CRO setting. Brisbane-based, the position offers hands-on leadership and visibility across projects.