Team Leader, Immunoanalysis

SGS; Saint-Benoît; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative international culture

Strategic location with vibrant city life

Job summary

SGS in Saint-Benoît, France is looking for an Immunoassay Team Leader to join its regulatory bioanalysis group. This leadership role requires a PhD in biochemistry or a related field, along with proven regulatory bioanalysis expertise. You will lead a team, oversee complex bioanalytical studies, and serve as a Subject Matter Expert for LBA assays. Fluency in both French and English is essential. Experience in immunogenicity assays and major tools like MSD, Gyrolab, and ELISA is crucial for success.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in a regulatory bioanalysis environment.
• Extensive experience in immunogenicity assays and large molecule analysis.
• Prior experience in team management and mentoring.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and cultivate a high-performing team.
• Oversee complex bioanalytical studies.
• Serve as the primary Subject Matter Expert for LBA assays.

Skills

Regulatory bioanalysis expertise

Leadership skills

Fluency in French

Fluency in English

Experience with immunogenicity assays

Education

PhD in biochemistry or related field

Tools

MSD

Gyrolab

ELISA

Job description

Job Description

Elevate your career with a globally recognized CRO at the forefront of clinical development. We are seeking a Immunoassay Team Leader to join our well-established regulatory bioanalysis group. This is a high-impact leadership role where you will bridge the gap between technical excellence and client success, supporting major pharmaceutical and biotech partners worldwide.

The Role

As a cornerstone of our laboratory leadership, you will:

• Empower Talent: Lead, mentor, and cultivate a high-performing team of immunoassay study directors.
• Drive Technical Excellence: Oversee complex bioanalytical studies focused on PK, PD, and ADA assays.
• Act as SME: Serve as the primary Subject Matter Expert for LBA assays.
• Optimize & Innovate: Spearhead assay optimization, troubleshooting, and lifecycle management to maintain gold-standard data quality.
• Consultative Client Leadership: Own the relationship with global clients, ensuring timely delivery and strategic alignment.
• Ensure Compliance: Uphold the highest standards of GxP, FDA, and ICH M10 guidelines.

Qualifications

• Industry Expertise: Proven track record in a regulatory bioanalysis environment (CRO or Pharma).
• Diploma : PhD in biochemistry or in a related field.
• Scientific Depth: Extensive experience in immunogenicity assays and large molecule analysis.
• Platform Mastery: Hands‑on proficiency with MSD, Gyrolab, and ELISA.
• Leadership Provenance: Prior experience in team management, mentoring, or project supervision.

Language: Professional fluency in French and English is essential for this role to support our regional operations and client base.

• Global Influence: Work within a prestigious CRO currently undergoing a significant phase of growth.
• Dynamic Environment: A collaborative, international culture that values scientific curiosity and operational excellence.
• Quality of Life in Poitiers: Enjoy the perfect balance of a vibrant, historic city and modern convenience.
  • Strategic Location: Only 1h 15m from Paris via TGV.
  • Culture & Leisure: A thriving university atmosphere, rich medieval architecture, and proximity to the Futuroscope park and the Atlantic coast.