Senior Bioanalytical Scientist — LBA & Cell Assays

The Steely Group; Kansas; On-site; USD 140,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

The Steely Group is seeking a Principal Scientist, BioPharma Sciences to provide scientific leadership in bioanalytical assay development, validation, and troubleshooting for preclinical and clinical programs. Expertise in ligand binding assays (LBA) and cell-based methods with ELISA/MSD platforms is required, ensuring data integrity and GLP compliance.

You will mentor scientists, lead complex studies, and provide technical consultations to clients, translating study results into actionable

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology, or a related scientific field.
• Extensive hands-on bioanalytical laboratory experience in a GLP regulated environment.
• Strong expertise in LBA platforms, including ELISA, MSD, or similar immunoassays.
• Hands-on experience with NAb, cell-based, biomarker, PK, and ADA assays.
• Proven experience in assay development, validation, and troubleshooting.
• Experience providing scientific leadership, client consultation, and mentorship.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, optimization, qualification, validation, and troubleshooting of ligand binding and cell-based assays.
• Provide technical expertise across NAb, ADA, PK, biomarker, and cell-based assays using platforms such as ELISA and MSD.
• Interpret complex data and resolve assay performance challenges.
• Oversee study execution, data integrity, protocols, and scientific documentation.
• Mentor Scientists and Senior Scientists and provide technical guidance.
• Partner with Quality Assurance to support audits, inspections, and GLP compliance.
• Provide technical consultation and recommendations for complex bioanalytical programs.
• Communicate study strategies, results, and scientific findings to clients and internal stakeholders.

Skills

LBA platforms expertise

Bioanalytical leadership

ELISA/MSD experience

Client consultation

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s/PhD in Biology or related field

Tools

ELISA

MSD

Immunoassays

Job description

The Steely Group is seeking a Principal Scientist, BioPharma Sciences to provide scientific leadership in bioanalytical assay development, validation, and troubleshooting for preclinical and clinical programs. Expertise in ligand binding assays (LBA) and cell-based methods with ELISA/MSD platforms is required, ensuring data integrity and GLP compliance.

You will mentor scientists, lead complex studies, and provide technical consultations to clients, translating study results into actionable