Analytical Development Lead — Method Validation & Transfer

Germer International; Charles City (IA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Germer International seeks a Group Leader of Analytical Development to supervise daily laboratory activities and provide leadership in method development, validation, transfer, and verification on site. The role emphasizes staff training, career development, project management, and collaboration with multiple departments.

The candidate will oversee 5–8 staff, drive GMP-compliant processes, and coordinate cross-functional projects while delivering clear technical reports and client

Qualifications

• 4 year degree in Chemistry with analytical emphasis.
• 8+ years industrial experience in method development and validation (small-scale pharmaceutical).

Responsibilities

• Manage a group of 5–8 direct reports with diverse experience to develop and validate analytical testing methods.
• Communicate project status to internal and external clients during weekly calls and emails.
• Investigate and solve analytical technical issues.
• Lead transfer of validated analytical methods to Quality Control and Process Support.
• Provide guidance and project leadership for cross-functional teams.
• Ensure safe laboratory practices and compliance with GMP SOPs and DEA regulations.
• Train staff in analytical techniques and instrumentation.
• Document work in notebooks and write technical reports on methods.
• Coordinate off-site testing as needed.
• Support R&D initiatives and evaluate new business opportunities.
• Maintain connections with dependent departments.

Education

Chemistry degree (B.S.) with analytical emphasis

Advanced degree beneficial

Job description

Germer International seeks a Group Leader of Analytical Development to supervise daily laboratory activities and provide leadership in method development, validation, transfer, and verification on site. The role emphasizes staff training, career development, project management, and collaboration with multiple departments.

The candidate will oversee 5–8 staff, drive GMP-compliant processes, and coordinate cross-functional projects while delivering clear technical reports and client