Senior Scientist, Analytical Development

Proclinical Consulting; Dreux; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5% bonus

Job summary

Proclinical Consulting is partnering with a leading global biopharmaceutical organisation to hire a Senior Scientist, Analytical Development. The role focuses on driving analytical strategy across product lifecycle, from early development to commercialization, in a cross-functional, international setting.

You will lead development studies, validate methods, and manage external partners while contributing to regulatory submissions. Fluent English required; MSc or PhD preferred. Hybrid in France.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in pharmaceutical analytical development.
• Strong expertise in method development, validation, and transfer (physico-chemical and/or biotech).
• Experience supporting regulatory submissions in Europe and/or the US.
• Deep knowledge of analytical techniques for drug products (oral, injectable, and/or biologics).
• Solid GMP/cGMP knowledge.
• Good project management in a matrix environment.
• Experience managing external partners and CROs/CDMOs.

Responsibilities

• Lead analytical development studies for preclinical and clinical programs.
• Develop, validate, and transfer analytical methods for drug products.
• Define and implement control strategies for formulations.
• Oversee stability studies and testing for clinical batches.
• Interpret data and troubleshoot to ensure robust results.
• Manage external partners and vendor selection.
• Contribute to regulatory submissions (IND/NDA/MAA/IMPD).
• Drive innovation in analytical approaches and techniques.

Skills

Analytical development experience

Method development

Validation

Technology transfer

Regulatory submissions

GMP/cGMP knowledge

Project management

External partner management

Education

MSc or equivalent in Chemistry/Pharmaceutical Sciences

PhD (preferred)

Job description

Location: France (Hybrid working). Salary: €60,000 - €65,000 + 5% bonus + benefits.

Proclinical is partnered with a leading global biopharmaceutical organisation, who is seeking an experienced Senior Scientist, Analytical Development to join its Pharmaceutical Development team. This is a high-impact role supporting the development of innovative medicines across a range of therapeutic areas, including complex oral and injectable products.

Working within a multidisciplinary and international environment, you will play a key role in driving analytical strategy across the full product lifecycle, from early development through to commercialization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and design analytical development studies to support preclinical and clinical programs.
• Develop, validate, and transfer analytical methods for drug products
• Define and implement control strategies for oral and injectable formulations
• Oversee stability studies and analytical testing for clinical batches
• Interpret data, troubleshoot issues, and ensure robustness and reliability of results
• Manage external partners (CROs/CDMOs) and contribute to vendor selection
• Contribute to regulatory submissions (IND, NDA, MAA, IMPD)
• Drive innovation in analytical approaches, technologies, and methodologies
• Act as a subject matter expert within cross-functional CMC project teams

About You

• Proven experience working in pharmaceutical analytical development
• Strong expertise in method development, validation, and transfer (physico-chemical and/or biotech methods)
• Proven experience supporting regulatory submissions in Europe and/or the US
• Deep knowledge of analytical techniques for drug products (oral, injectable, and/or biologics)
• Strong project management skills and ability to operate in a matrix environment
• Experience managing external partners and complex development activities
• Solid understanding of GMP/cGMP requirements

Education & Skills

• MSc or equivalent in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related discipline (PhD preferred)
• Fluent English required

Why Apply?

This is an opportunity to join a science-driven organisation where analytical development is central to product success. You'll work on innovative therapies, collaborate with global teams, and have real influence on development strategy and delivery. If you're looking for a role combining technical depth, strategic input, and cross-functional exposure, this could be a strong next step.