Senior Project Scientist

Stem Recruitment; Watford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established biopharmaceutical company is seeking a Senior Project Scientist to join its Bioanalytics division. The role includes leading development projects, managing teams, and ensuring compliance with industry standards, while impacting global health outcomes through scientific leadership.

Qualifications

• Experience with analytical methods including ELISAs, chromatography, and gel electrophoresis.
• Proven leadership in managing scientific teams.
• Knowledge of GMP and pharmaceutical quality standards preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead project teams and design analytical methods for biological products.
• Support regulatory submissions and audits.
• Manage and mentor direct reports.

Skills

Analytical methods

Experimental design

Leadership

Data/statistical analysis

Education

BSc/MSc/PhD in Biochemical or Biological Sciences

Tools

Analytical chromatography

ELISAs

Chromogenic assays

Gel electrophoresis

Coagulation or protein analysers

Job description

An established international biopharmaceutical company specialising in plasma-derived medicinal products is seeking a Senior Project Scientist to join its Bioanalytics division. This role is based at their Hertfordshire headquartered manufacturing site and is part of a global science and development group.

With a heritage spanning over 100 years and operations across multiple centres of excellence, the company is dedicated to advancing therapies that improve lives. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to meaningful work supporting global health outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership & Scientific Development

• Lead and prioritise development projects aligned with company objectives

• Design and optimise analytical methods for biological products

• Plan and execute experimental studies in compliance with GLP, GMP, or internal standards

• Collaborate across cross-functional teams including Bioprocessing, Quality, Clinical, Regulatory Affairs and Production

• Communicate progress through presentations and reports

• Support budget planning and forecasting for project and departmental activities

Technical Expertise & Compliance Support

• Act as a subject matter expert in analytical techniques, product characterisation and process development

• Provide scientific support across departments including QC, QA, Clinical and Regulatory

• Contribute to regulatory submissions and audits

• Stay informed of industry trends and represent the company at conferences

Team Development & Leadership

• Manage direct reports and coordinate project teams in a matrix environment

• Support recruitment and onboarding of new team members

• Conduct performance reviews, set SMART goals and mentor staff

• Ensure compliance with health & safety and quality standards in all laboratory activities

Skills and Experience:

1. BSc/MSc/PhD in Biochemical or Biological Sciences

2. In-depth experience with analytical methods including: ELISAs and chromogenic assays, Gel electrophoresis, Analytical chromatography, Use of specialist analytical instruments (e.g., coagulation or protein analysers). In addition, you will have experience in experimental design and data/statistical analysis.

3. Proven leadership in managing people and laboratory teams

4. Working knowledge of GMP and pharmaceutical quality standards would be preferred.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a global leader in biopharmaceutical development, in a role that combines scientific leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and meaningful impact on patient care.