About the Role
The Director of LBA Platforms will directly manage supervisors and junior staff by setting clear expectations, supporting career development, and ensuring high performance.
Key Activities
Lead a team of supervisors, Ph.D., and non-Ph.D. scientists to ensure the development, validation, and execution of LBA-based assays (PK, ADA, PD Biomarkers) in compliance with GLP/GCLP standards.
Directly manage supervisors and junior staff by setting clear expectations, supporting career development, and ensuring high performance.
Train and mentor team members as needed to build scientific strength, compliance awareness, and project ownership.
Serve as Principal Investigator (PI) on client studies, overseeing protocol development, study conduct, and reporting.
Communicate clearly with clients and manage expectations throughout all phases of assigned projects to ensure satisfaction and alignment.
Maintain strong relationships with global clients, supporting both ongoing and future project opportunities with responsiveness and trust.
Provide scientific and operational leadership as Subject Matter Expert (SME) in LBA technologies, including ELISA and MSD (Meso Scale Discovery).
Review and approve study plans, validation protocols, reports, and key regulatory documentation.
Represent the company at scientific conferences, industry networking events, and in client-facing presentations.
Support business development by providing technical insights for client proposals and quote generation.
Ensure efficient lab operations through SOP adherence, workflow improvements, and cross-functional collaboration (QA, BD, PM).
Foster a culture of excellence, accountability, and compliance.
Preferred Skills
Strong client communication skills and the ability to manage global client accounts with professionalism and clarity.
Experience presenting at industry events or scientific meetings is preferred.
Education and Experience
Ph.D. with 10+ years, Master’s with 15+ years, or Bachelor’s with 18+ years of relevant experience in Bioanalysis within Pharma, Biotech, or CRO settings.
At least 3–5 years of people management experience, including direct supervision of scientific staff.
About Us
Finding a great opportunity that fosters growth, a great culture, and leadership opportunities can be difficult. Top Quality Recruitment (TQR) connects professionals with leadership opportunities across the Packaging, Food and Beverage, Medical Devices, and Biotechnology industries. With 50+ years of experience, we believe in one-to-one communication and finding the best candidate/employer match possible.
TQR is an equal-opportunity employer that encourages diversity. We will consider all applications.
Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request.
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