Analytical Development Scientist Biopharma Technical DevelopmentLocation: Fully on site in Liverpool, UKCompany: A Biopharma company Overview:This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic process and analytical development team responsible for advancing new biopharmaceutical and vaccine products. The Biopharma Technical Development team fosters a collaborative and inclusive culture, driving innovation in the field. This role is primarily lab-based, focusing on the development and optimization of analytical methods to support microbial and cell culture projects.Key Responsibilities:Provide technical expertise and leadership in analytical method development for process development projects in laboratories and pilot plant facilities or across the global network.Develop and optimize analytical techniques, including HPLC, ELISA, UV spectroscopy, and CE-SDS.Plan, execute, and assess laboratory studies through hands-on experimentation, ensuring data-driven decision-making.Communicate project progress regularly to senior technical staff and global stakeholders, delivering high-quality, peer-reviewed technical reports.Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards for all process development activities and manage cost control.Drive continuous improvement through innovation and shared technical expertise across the global network.Establish and maintain collaborations with external organizations for analytical development and technology transfers as needed.Qualifications & Experience:Degree or higher degree in chemistry, biochemistry, biotechnology, or a related discipline.A minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience in analytical method development or relevant expertise, such as a PhD.Essential Skills:Strong knowledge of protein chemistry.Expertise in developing and optimizing analytical methods, specifically HPLC, UV, ELISA, and CE-SDS.Ability to work under Good Research Practices (GRP) and produce high-quality technical documentation.Understanding of Critical Quality Attributes (CQAs), process-related impurities, and stability requirements.Experience in method validation and fit-for-purpose studies.Strong collaboration skills with the ability to work across teams and locations.Scientific curiosity and a problem-solving mindset, with the ability to support early- to late-phase product development.Adaptability and learning agility, with a proven ability to take on new challenges in response to business needs.Strong communication and relationship-building skills across all levels of the organization.Experience in structural analytical data interpretation, such as mass spectrometry or cell-based assays.
Job Title
Analytical Development Scientist