TEAM LEAD - PROTEIN CHEMISTRY

Jobtoolz; Belgique; On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Metagenics, Inc. is seeking a seasoned Protein Chemistry Leader to guide a team in formulation development, stability studies and complex analytical challenges. You will interpret experimental data, design strategies, and ensure high-quality results for biotech and pharma partners.

You will oversee planning, execution, and reporting while mentoring team members to foster growth and high performance.

Qualifications

• PhD or Master’s degree in pharmaceutical sciences, biochemistry, biotech, bio-engineering, chemistry or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Oversee protein formulation development projects and related stability studies.
• Guide experiments, review data and ensure scientific quality across projects.
• Coordinate with customers and commercial teams on scope and timelines.
• Mentor and develop team members to meet project goals.

Skills

Team leadership

Coaching & mentoring

Scientific data interpretation

English communication

Project planning

Education

Ph.D. or Master’s in pharmaceutical sciences / biochemistry

Tools

DLS

Fluorescence

Microflow imaging

Light obscuration

Osmometry

Viscometry

Protein labelling

Protein purification

Job description

We are a privately-owned European center of excellence
for analytical solutions. For over 35 years we have been supporting our customers in various industries with our scientific know-how and technical expertise.

As a Protein expert, people coach & science captain, you will guide a team of talented scientists through formulation studies, stability assessments and the occasional scientific mystery that refuses to behave according to theory

YOUR LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES

You coach, support and inspire a team of scientists and project leaders.

You create an environment where people can learn, grow and excel.

You interact with your team to ensure proper project planning and execution.

You set clear expectations, provide constructive feedback and celebrate achievements.

You monitor team workload, project progress and overall team performance.

You collaborate closely with fellow Team Leads and management to achieve common goals.

You continuously look for opportunities to improve workflows, processes and technical capabilities.

YOUR SCIENTIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

You oversee projects related to protein formulation development, stability studies, compatibility studies, forced degradation studies, protein labelling and purification.

You guide and support your team in the execution and interpretation of experiments and solving complex scientific questions.

You design experimental strategies, review data and ensure scientific quality across projects.

You contribute your expertise in biophysical characterization techniques such as DLS, fluorescence techniques, microflow imaging, light obscuration, osmometry and viscometry.

You take ownership of scientifically challenging projects and help find practical solutions to complex analytical questions.

You ensure reporting meets the high standards expected by both our clients and our organization.

You will occasionally be debating protein behaviour more passionately than some people discuss football...

YOUR CUSTOMER & BUSINESS RESPONSIBILITIES

You scope new projects together with the customer and the commercial team.

You lead, design and plan experiments, process data, capture findings in reports and communicate with customers.

You oversee the execution and interpretation of all activities within the protein chemistry team.

You handle complex and scientifically challenging projects for our industrial (e.g. biotech and pharma) partners.

You align with management and commercial team on strategic choices.

You provide regular updates to customers on project progress and way forward.

You report to the Group Lead.

THIS IS YOU

#yeswecan #winningteam #proteinlover #sciencecaptain #teammotivator

You have a broad knowledge of the different aspects of drug product development of protein therapeutics (mAbs, antibody fragments, bispecifics, ADCs, fusion proteins, enzymes) from early to late stage activities.

You possess in-depth scientific understanding of protein formulation screening and optimization, including buffer selection based on solubility (PEG), Tm, Tagg and short-term stability studies

You hold expertise in biophysical characterization techniques such as dynamic light scattering (DLS), fluorescence, light obscuration, microflow imaging, osmometry and viscometry

You are experienced in tailoring and managing stability, compatibility, and forced degradation studies to evaluate protein integrity and degradation pathways

You have hands-on experience with protein labelling, purification, and sample preparation techniques

When deadlines become challenging, experiments become stubborn and instruments decide to have a personality, you remain the calm one in the room

You have strong coaching and mentoring skills, with a passion for people development

You possess the ability to inspire, motivate and engage team members

You can motivate a team while maintaining focus on quality, timelines and objectives

You demonstrate experience in performance management and providing constructive feedback

You collaborate with other team leads and project teams to ensure deadlines are met

Don’t worry about being the biggest science nerd in the building. Competition is fierce around here

You are a strong communicator with excellent English speaking, writing, reporting & reviewing skills

You have a critical mindset and good sense for initiative and attention to quality and detail

You combine scientific expertise with strong coordination and organization skills

You are comfortable interacting with customers (discussing requests, negotiating scope, presenting results)

You are dedicated to achieving project goals within scope, time and budget

You have a Ph.D. or Master’s degree in pharmaceutical sciences, biochemistry, biotechnology, bio-engineering, chemistry, or equivalent qualification due to experience

You bring at least 5 to 8 years of relevant experience in the field

WHAT WE BRING TO THE TABLE

You will be part of a privately-owned and ambitious organization at the forefront of scientific evolutions.

You will work together with passionate colleagues in a highly scientific and international environment.

You will help shape the future of a growing protein chemistry team.

You will have opportunities to further develop both your scientific and leadership skills.

You will join a dynamic team in an international environment

You will receive an attractive salary package in line with your experience and responsibilities.