Project Leader/Scientist II - Analytical Development

KBI Biopharma, Inc.; Durham (NC); Presencial; USD 110.000 - 138.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Annual bonus

Medical, dental, and vision

Paid PTO and holidays

401K matching with vesting

Employee recognition programs

Descripción de la vacante

KBI Biopharma, Inc. is seeking a Project Leader for Analytical Development. You will oversee day-to-day method development activities, define analytical strategies, and coordinate cross-functional efforts across teams.

This role combines technical leadership with client-facing responsibilities to deliver high-quality data and reports. You will mentor scientists, ensure compliance with quality systems, and drive lifecycle advancement from early to late-phase programs, ultimately supporting the

Formación

• Ph.D. or equivalent with 2+ years related exp. or M.S. with 7+ years; or B.S. with 10+ years.
• Direct people management or team leadership experience is required.
• Strong analytical method development exp across biologics, including ligand-binding assays, LC-based methods, and gel-based techniques.

Responsabilidades

• Provide technical leadership for development-stage programs across analytical development, process development and project management.
• Serve as primary scientific contact for clients, communicating status, risks, and strategy to internal leadership.
• Lead method development, optimization, and lifecycle advancement from early to late-stage activities.
• Review and approve technical documents, reports, and client-facing deliverables.
• Mentor and manage Scientists and Associates, supporting onboarding and career development.
• Ensure adherence to safety, quality, and internal procedures across projects.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Client-facing communication

Analytical method development

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Educación

Ph.D. or equivalent

M.S. in related field

B.S. in related field

Herramientas

ELISA

HPLC/UPLC

SDS-PAGE

Capillary electrophoresis (CE-SDS, icIEF)

Descripción del empleo

At KBI Biopharma, we are advancing science and accelerating breakthroughs. As a global leader in biopharmaceutical development and manufacturing, we empower life science companies to bring new medicines and vaccines to the world faster. Explore your potential at KBI, where innovation meets impact.

Position Summary

The Analytical Development organization at KBI Biopharma supports early- and late-stage development programs through analytical method development, optimization, and technical leadership. The Project Leader will oversee day-to-day execution of method development activities while defining analytical strategies, coordinating cross-functional efforts, and managing internal and client-facing deliverables. This role serves as a key technical and client-facing lead for assigned programs, ensuring high-quality data generation, clear communication, and adherence to company procedures and applicable quality standards appropriate for development-stage work. The Project Leader will also mentor and support scientific staff and contribute to a collaborative, solutions-driven development environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as technical and people leader for development-stage programs, providing oversight and coordination of intra-team and cross-functional efforts across analytical development, process development, and project management.
• Act as a primary scientific point of contact for clients and provide clear, timely communication on program status, risks, and strategy to internal leadership.
• Provide technical leadership and hands‑on support for analytical method development, optimization, and lifecycle advancement across development programs, including early-phase through late-phase activities, as appropriate.
• Oversee and review technical documentation and deliverables associated with development activities, including study plans, method development reports, technical summaries, ELNs, and client-facing reports.
• Maintain a broad and current understanding of state-of-the-art analytical techniques and scientific principles relevant to biologics development.
• Provide technical mentorship and serve as an internal subject‑matter expert within key analytical disciplines, supporting troubleshooting, method strategy, and innovation.
• Manage, mentor, and develop Scientists, Associates, and supporting staff, including onboarding, role clarity, performance feedback, and career development.
• Communicate expectations clearly and ensure team members understand departmental procedures, quality standards, and development timelines.
• Support laboratory operations, including organization, supply and reagent management, and documentation practices, to ensure efficient execution of development activities in compliance with internal procedures and quality systems.
• Periodically assess workload, resource needs, and staffing requirements to support current and upcoming development programs.
• Participate in workforce planning, preparation of role descriptions, candidate interviews, and hiring recommendations for new or evolving positions.
• Ensure adherence to safety, quality, and compliance requirements, modeling safe laboratory practices and holding team members accountable to the same standards.

Requirements

• Education and Experience: Ph.D. with 2+ years of directly related experience; or M.S. with 7+ years of related experience; or B.S. with 10+ years of related experience.
• Prior experience must include direct people management or team leadership responsibilities.
• Technical Expertise: Demonstrated analytical method development experience across a broad range of techniques commonly used in biologics development, including but not limited to ELISA and other ligand‑binding assays; liquid chromatography–based methods (e.g., HPLC/UPLC); SDS‑PAGE and related gel-based techniques; capillary electrophoresis–based methods (e.g., CE‑SDS, icIEF); experience supporting methods through development, optimization, troubleshooting, and advancement across program phases.
• Client and Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly convey technical concepts to internal teams and external stakeholders. Client‑facing experience is highly preferred, including direct interaction with sponsors, participation in technical meetings, and presentation of data and recommendations.
• Leadership and Work Style: Proven leadership capabilities with the ability to manage, mentor, and develop scientific staff while fostering collaboration across multidisciplinary teams; highly organized and able to operate effectively in a fast‑paced, multi‑program environment; demonstrated ability to adapt productively to changing priorities and handle additional responsibilities as needed.

Salary Range

Salary Range: $110,000 - $138,000. Salary range provided per current averages and expectations. The salary and job title for this opening will be based on the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience and may be outside this range.

Benefits

• Annual bonus structure for all employees
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid PTO and holidays
• 401K matching with 100% vesting in 60 days
• Employee recognition programs

EEO Statement

KBI Biopharma, Inc. is an EEO/AA employer and actively seeks to diversify its workforce. Therefore, all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status, are strongly encouraged to apply.

Culture

At KBI, we are constantly seeking to improve our team with accomplished individuals who share in our commitment to serve our clients as they seek to advance important medicines to the patients who need them. We offer our employees a challenging, rewarding and fast‑paced environment along with the opportunity for career advancement through the development of one’s technical skills. At KBI, employees work in a collaborative, team environment, where sharing knowledge and expertise with one another is strongly encouraged.