Group Leader - Analytical Development

Accord Healthcare; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Pension scheme

Holiday leave

Job summary

Accord Healthcare Europe is seeking a Group Leader Analytical Development in Harrow, West London to lead a team of Analytical Scientists and Team Leaders. The role focuses on method development, biosimilarity studies, and regulatory submissions with emphasis on Right First Time processes.

You will set technical strategy, oversee analytical experiments, and partner with CROs and Regulatory Affairs while mentoring staff and driving continuous improvement across the function.

Qualifications

• PhD or Masters in biological science or analytical chemistry with extensive relevant biopharma experience.
• Experience in biosimilar development and biological product characterization.
• Strong knowledge of analytical testing techniques and regulatory expectations.

Responsibilities

• Lead analytical development group for method development and transfer.
• Set technical strategy and oversee project execution with CROs and partners.
• Provide SME input in cross-functional reviews and regulatory interactions.
• Ensure GLP/EHS compliance and robust experimental plans.

Skills

Biosimilar development

Analytical method development

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

DOE/Data analysis

Education

PhD or Master's in Biological Science or Analytical Chemistry

Tools

HPLC

CESDS

cIEF

LCMS

CD

Job description

Role Details

Group Leader Analytical Development

Role: Full-time, permanent

Location: Harrow, West London

Salary: Competitive + bonus + benefits

The Role

The Analytical Development Group Leader will be responsible for leading a team of Analytical Scientist and Team Leader.

• Lead and support Analytical development group for analytical method development, product characterization, method qualification, method transfer, Biosimilarity/analytical similarity related activities
• Set technical strategy and ensure correct execution for internal projects and external collaborations (CROs /strategic analytical partners). Build ‘RFT’ (Right First Time) approaches/ culture within the analytical function.
• Provide technical oversight during process - troubleshooting, addressing technical and instrumental challenges for smooth analytical operations
• Ensure experimental plans, analysis, and reports are scientifically sound, in line with current regulatory guidance and quality expectations.
• Support team with logistics and planning.
• Act as the analytical subject matter expert (SME) in cross-functional technical reviews, stage gate reviews, and partner discussions.
• Support R&D leadership/scientific project leaders with clear strategy and regular status updates
• Support R&D leadership with analytical group budgetary requirements
• Develop/mentor a high-performing analytical team; foster a culture of scientific excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Identify and implement new technologies (e.g., AAT, automation, digital platforms) to enhance analytical development workflows/ product advanced characterization
• Ensure GLP and EHS regulations are followed.
• Propose new ideas/new concepts targeting robust analytical package for various regulatory submissions.
• Support authoring and review of CMC sections of regulatory submissions (IND, IMPD, BLA, MAA), particularly Module 3 related to analytical development.
• Interface with Regulatory Affairs to respond to regulatory queries and support interactions with EMA, MHRA, and FDA

The Person

• PhD or Masters of biological science or analytical chemistry with extensive relevant work experience in biopharma/biotech research labs.
• Working experience in Biosimilar development is essential
• Scientific background in Biological product characterization, impurity identification and characterization
• Understanding biologic product characteristics (E.g. monoclonal antibodies, fusion proteins. Therapeutic proteins etc.)
• Understanding of modification of biological molecules (PTMs, etc.)
• Experience with DOE (Design of Experiment) tools and advanced data analysis packages
• Excellent understanding of analytical testing techniques such as HPLC, CESDS, cIEF, LCMS, CD etc
• Prior experience in analytical similarity/ Biosimilarity assessment

The Rewards

In return, we offer a competitive salary and rewards package (including holiday, bonus and pension scheme). Not to mention the opportunity to genuinely make a difference in a new and dynamic role within a progressive and expanding business, at an exciting time of growing international reach.

A Bit About Us

Accord Healthcare Europe is one of the fastest growing pharmaceutical companies in Europe. Accord has one of the largest market footprints of any European generic and biosimilars companies selling generic medicines in over 80 countries around the world. This global footprint enables us to deliver vital, affordable medicines to national health systems supporting healthcare professionals to transform patient lives worldwide. The approach of Accord is agile and inventive, always seeking to improve products and patients' access to them. Accord are driven to think differently and deliver more for the benefit of patients worldwide.

To continue our growth, we’re looking for the best and brightest technical minds and forward-thinking business professionals. Keeping our people at the heart of all we do, we offer rewarding opportunities for those looking for continued personal and professional growth, investing in training and development tailored to each individual’s focus. So, if you’re looking for an inclusive company to take your career to the next level, you’re certainly in the right place; come and join us to make it better.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.