Principal Scientist, Technical Lead

ZipRecruiter; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job description

Job Description

Walker Cole International is partnering with a leading biopharmaceutical company to hire a Principal Scientist (Technical Lead), focused on product characterisation. This laboratory-based position plays a key role in supporting the development of complex biologics, combining technical leadership with hands-on scientific expertise.

Key Responsibilities of the Principal Scientist, Technical Lead:

• Establishing and executing internal characterisation strategies to support the development of biologics.
• Designing and implementing advanced analytical techniques, with a focus on mass spectrometry, to investigate structure, impurities, and degradation pathways.
• Developing characterisation approaches across multiple molecule types including ADCs, fusion proteins, and bispecific antibodies.
• Acting as the technical lead for both in-house and outsourced analytical activities, including oversight of external partners.
• Driving continuous improvements in analytical processes, systems, and technologies.
• Preparing and reviewing documentation to support regulatory submissions and internal quality standards.

Key requirements for the Principal Scientist, Technical Lead position include:

• Significant experience developing and applying mass spectrometry methods for biologics characterisation.
• In-depth understanding of protein chemistry, including post-translational modifications and degradation mechanisms.
• Experience supporting CMC development and working across cross-functional teams.
• Strong track record in analytical method development and optimisation, including peptide mapping and HCP profiling.
• Ability to lead scientific strategy while managing both internal and external technical relationships.