Manager, Biochemical Analysis

Catalent; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Competitive PTO and holidays

Job summary

Catalent in Kansas City, MO is seeking a Manager, Biochemical Analysis to lead sub-teams of scientists and associate scientists. You will oversee analytical activities for biopharma product development under cGMP guidance, ensuring quality, compliance, and timely delivery.

You will mentor staff, handle HR processes, support audits, and coordinate with clients and internal teams on analytical methods such as HPLC/UPLC, Karl Fischer, UV-Vis, and other techniques.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience within Catalent or similar settings is valued.
• Strong knowledge of Biology, Chemistry, or Biochemistry principles.
• Experience with analytical instrumentation and data interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Manage technical analysis, production scheduling, and resolve operational issues; escalate critical concerns when needed.
• Oversee people management including coaching, performance reviews, and career development.
• Serve as technical expert on projects and liaise between clients and Catalent teams.
• Handle HR activities such as time entry, PTO approvals, and salary decisions.
• Support client audits and communicate analytical activities under cGMP guidance.
• Provide expertise in routines like Karl Fischer, UV-Vis, HPLC/UPLC, and related techniques.
• Supervise method development, transfers, validations, and stability studies.
• Plan, prioritize, and execute analytical work; act as backup or lead Project Technical Lead.
• Manage computer system validation and ensure equipment compliance.
• Verify data, ensure SOP compliance, and assist with project costing and timelines.
• Coordinate training and maintain team engagement; support marketing activities.
• Identify new technologies and model Catalent’s quality, safety, and ethics.

Skills

Leadership

Biotechnology

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

GMP knowledge

Mentoring

cGMP

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry/related

Master's degree in Biochemistry or related

PhD in Biochemistry or related

Tools

HPLC/UPLC

Karl Fischer

UV-Vis

FTIR

DSC

Job description

Catalent’s Kansas City facility is home to our Oral & Specialty Drug Delivery, Biologics Analytical Services and Clinical Supply Services businesses.

We have an opportunity for a Manager, Biochemical Analysis to join our team. In this role, you will lead sub-teams of group leaders, scientists, and associate scientists, serving as a technical expert and key liaison between clients and internal teams. You will oversee analytical activities for biopharma product development under cGMP guidance, ensuring quality, compliance, and timely delivery. This position also involves mentoring, HR responsibilities, and supporting audits and client interactions.

Shift: Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm, Salaried

Location: Kansas City, MO

100% Onsite

The Role

• Manage technical analysis, production scheduling, and resolve operational issues, escalating critical concerns when needed.


• Oversee people management, including coaching, performance management, and career development. Lead and develop high-performing teams, including group leaders, scientists, and associate scientists.


• Serve as technical expert on projects and act as liaison between clients and Catalent technical teams.


• Handle HR activities such as performance reviews, time entry approval, PTO approval, and salary adjustments.


• Support client audits and visits, and communicate with cross-functional teams on analytical activities for biopharma product development under cGMP guidance.


• Provide expertise in techniques such as compendial assays, Karl Fischer, UV-Vis, HPLC/UPLC methods, aggregation techniques, electrophoresis, FTIR, CD, fluorescence, DSC, and other technologies as required.


• Supervise method development, evaluation, transfers, verifications, qualifications, validations, stability studies, and ad hoc sample testing.


• Plan, prioritize, and execute analytical work in compliance with client contracts and technical agreements. Serve as backup or lead Project Technical Lead as needed.


• Manage computer system validation activities and ensure equipment compliance. Ensure adherence to cGMP practices and maintain data integrity and quality.


• Verify analytical data and ensure compliance with SOPs and safety legislation. Assist in project costing, timelines, and monitor budgets and revenue forecasts. Communicate effectively with clients, auditors, peers, and leadership to ensure smooth project execution.


• Coordinate training needs and maintain team engagement and growth culture. Support marketing and business development activities and stay updated on modern techniques.


• Identify and implement new technologies and model Catalent’s culture of quality, safety, and ethics.


• All other duties as assigned

The Candidate

• Bachelor’s degree with at least 5 years of relevant experience in department‑specific techniques; OR


• Master’s degree with at least 3 years of relevant experience in department‑specific techniques; OR


• Doctorate degree with at least 2 years of relevant experience in department‑specific techniques


• Demonstrable leadership experience at Catalent (including but not limited to participation in Catalent‑sponsored leadership programs such as NGGL, GOLD, LEAD Now, GM Excellence, and GROW) may be considered in place of external experience.

Preferred Skills & Background

• Strongly prefer at least one year of leadership experience


• Strong knowledge of principles, theories, and concepts in Biology, Chemistry, or Biochemistry, and broad understanding of related disciplines.


• In-depth expertise in instrumentation, theory, data interpretation, and applications in at least one technical area, with ability to assess new technologies and their impact on Catalent offerings.


• Experience in drug development and lifecycle support, with ability to develop strategies to meet regulatory milestones.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for internal and external stakeholders.


• Ability to explain complex technical information to non‑technical audiences.

Why You Should Join Catalent

• Defined career path with annual performance reviews and feedback process.


• Diverse and inclusive culture.


• Opportunities for career growth within an organization dedicated to improving lives.


• Competitive paid time off plus 8 paid holidays.


• Community engagement and green initiatives.


• Medical, dental, and vision benefits effective from day one.


• Tuition reimbursement program.

Catalent is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veterans.