Senior Bioanalytical Project Manager

-; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A biotechnology services firm is seeking a Senior Bioanalytical Project Manager to oversee bioanalytical activities for clinical drug development. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in regulated bioanalysis, strong knowledge of LC‑MS/MS techniques, and effective communication skills. This remote position requires oversight of outsourced activities at CROs and collaboration with clients. Candidates should be able to travel occasionally for client interactions. Benefits include a supportive team environment and opportunities for impact.

Benefits

Strong communication and collaboration

Access to empowering tools and resources

Opportunity to make a meaningful impact

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years relevant experience in regulated bioanalysis.
• Extensive knowledge of PK / PD analysis in regulated environments.
• Practical experience managing bioanalytical methods and data.

Responsibilities

• Oversee method development and sample analysis at CROs.
• Provide technical input in quantitative bioanalytical techniques.
• Ensure effective communication and management strategies with CROs.

Skills

PK / PD analysis

LC‑MS/MS analysis

Knowledge of regulatory standards

Bioanalytical method development

Communication skills

Education

Degree/ master's level in (bio)chemistry

Job description

Overview

LabConnect improves lives by partnering with pharmaceutical and biotech companies, and clinical research organizations (CROs) to accelerate the development of new medicines around the world.

We are an independent, global, one-stop-shop focused on delivering Central Laboratory Services that are tailor-made, timely and flexible to meet the evolving study demands of traditional to increasingly complex trials. Additionally, we provide Functional Service Provider (FSP) Solutions, supporting our clients with scientific and technical expertise, acting as an extension of their team, coordinating all laboratory related needs, advising on strategies for lab data collection and providing end-to-end analytical and logistical solutions.

Job Purpose

The purpose of the Senior Bioanalytical Project Manager, Small Molecule Bioanalysis role is to consult and provide technical expertise and project management across a range of bioanalytical activities on behalf of A4P's contracted customers. This includes the oversight of outsourced bioanalysis at contract research organisations for clinical and pre‑clinical drug development.

Job role

• Oversight and management of method development, validation and sample analysis studies at contracted CROs.
• Provide technical input in the application and operation of quantitative bioanalytical techniques.
• Provide technical and regulatory expertise on bioanalytical strategies during client meetings and ensure regular updates on progress of outsourced activities to customers.
• Interact effectively with client’s stakeholders. This will include but not be limited to outsourcing experts, data managers, pharmacokinetic and pharmacology experts, procurement and/or bioanalytical sample managers.
• Source, select and engage with appropriate bioanalytical CROs for customer outsourced activities.
• Review bioanalytical data generated by CROs.
• Review draft validation and bioanalytical analysis plans, reports and study documents.
• Ensure effective communication and management strategies with contracted CROs.
• Monitor CROs activity and KPIs as required by customers.
• Oversight of biosample operations, support to central lab set up, kit provision to sites and sample lifecycle.
• Contribute to the development of A4P and LabConnect products and services.

Job Location

This is a remote role best suited for candidates in Europe and the UK. Minimal travel may be required.

Required Experience

• Degree/ master's level equivalent in a (bio)chemistry or similar discipline with a minimum of 10 years relevant experience in regulated bioanalysis.
• Extensive knowledge of PK / PD analysis within regulated environments (GLP / GCP).
• Comprehensive knowledge of LC‑MS/MS analysis.
• Practical experience of managing and developing bioanalytical methods, assay validation and study data generation in clinical and pre‑clinical studies.
• Experience in the pharma and/or CRO industry supporting regulated bioanalysis.
• Knowledge of the latest regulatory standards required for GXP studies, including international guidance published by regulatory agencies.
• Knowledge in design and operational execution of clinical and pre‑clinical studies.
• Significant understanding of the research activities within a drug development organisation.

Desirable experience

• Experience in the analysis of large molecules by LC‑MS/MS.
• Knowledge of EU IVDR / FDA regulations.
• Previous experience managing contract research organisations.
• Experience of input to regulatory submissions.

Personal Characteristics

• Engaging, enthusiastic, self‑motivated, solution oriented, confident and a team player. Able to interact with both large global and emerging start‑up organisations.
• Capable of prioritising activities and multi‑tasking across several deliverables.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Keen to learn and provide and receive constructive feedback.
• Able to gain client’s trust and confidence in A4P capabilities.
• Able to develop effective relationships with external service partners.
• Available to travel and work at customer site(s) for short periods of time.
• Willing to travel.

Benefits

• We truly live our values: People First, Quality Focused, Customer Centered, Technology Driven and Accountability Always.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a passionate and growing team.
• Strong communication and collaboration within a smaller sized team.
• Access to tools and resources that empower you to excel in your role.

All hiring decisions for this job posting are made with meaningful human involvement and consideration. In this context, no applicant is subject to a decision based solely on automated processing within the meaning of Article 22 of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and value the diversity of our workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.

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