Senior Analytical Manager BioSpectroscopy

Lead a high-performing analytical lab team driving cutting-edge bioanalytical CMC (characterization and late stage GMP) testing in the field of BioSpectroscopy including a wide variation of technologies in GMP-regulated drug development. Shape operations, inspire people, and deliver scientific excellence while partnering closely with customers and senior leadership.

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Lead an analytical lab operations team, focusing on providing services in the field of BioSpectroscopy testing incl. Higher order structure (CD, FTIR, Fluorescence, nDSC), Aggregates (AUC, Light scattering, AF4-/SEC-MALS) and Concentration (SoloVPE, UV, polarimetry) in the context of CMC analytical drug development

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Personnel management of Analytical Manager, Scientists, Lab Technicians and ensure high-performance team execution

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Define priorities across lab sub-areas, ensuring effective workload distribution

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Oversee laboratory capacity planning, recruitment, and career development

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Promote a culture of collaboration, accountability, and operational excellence

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Ensure budget adherence and cost-efficient operation of laboratories

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Identify opportunities for cost-saving and process optimization

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Act as the primary liaison between the analytical team and senior leadership

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Represent the company in interactions with customers

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Ensure all analytical activities align with health, safety, environmental and GMP/ISO 9001 quality standards

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Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance compliance and efficiency

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Lead audit preparations and interactions, CAPA implementations

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Background in analytical CMC testing using BioSpectroscopy technologies under GMP

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Educational background in analytical sciences, protein chemistry, spectroscopy or a related field

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Industry experience (>5 years) in biopharmaceutical drug development environment, with a strong background in GMP-regulated analytical testing

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Proven industry leadership experience

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Expertise in regulatory compliance, analytical method development, and operational excellence

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Demonstrated ability to drive continuous improvement in analytical workflow processes

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High-level problem-solving, conflict resolution, and decision-making skills

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Strong ability to engage with customers

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Strong communication skills

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Fluent in English (additionally German is beneficial)