Principal Scientists are highly visible and outward interfacing, they are the scientific facade of Resolian, and they use their skills and expertise to advise customers and drive new business.
Confidence in regular effective external communication is expected, as is deputising for senior management. This also includes assisting with presentations to new customers and participation in global capability meetings, and directing technical input for new RFP/RFIs. Externally, they will build a professional reputation at both personal and corporate levels, through regular podium presentations at key bioanalytical conferences. They are always forward-looking, and ready to be vocal to challenge the status quo if they see a better solution.
What will you be doing?
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Provide oversight of active method development projects in the Immunoassay Bioanalysis group, ensure projects are progressing to client expectations
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Lead challenging method development projects, using expert knowledge to deliver quality methods on-time
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Drive the method development strategy, ensuring methods are developed efficiently, and are robust, fit-for-purpose and compliant. Defend these decisions under regulatory scrutiny.
- Mentor scientists working on method development projects; providing scientific guidance and support
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Provide troubleshooting expertise across multiple methods and platforms
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Review and interpret method trending data and drive improvements as appropriate
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Review method establishment and method validation data ensuring methods are of good quality before they progress to the next stage
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Deliver scientific training within the group and present internally on best practices
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Provide scientific support to the Business Development team; review customer requests and advise on feasibility
- Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement
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Build and maintain good working relationships with internal and external clients, management and other scientific staff
Who we're looking for
We are looking for someone who has an innate ability to adopt and adapt new technology and can be an active contributor to the company’s Scientific Strategy. You will also be creative, innovative, agile and collegiate. This means they also promote scientific collaboration, knowledge sharing, and best practice across all Resolian sites; they often explore opportunities to create new service lines or scientific IP, and they can possess expertise that cuts across multiple departments.
You'll also have:
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A degree in pharmaceutical sciences, biochemistry, chemistry, biological sciences, or equivalent industry experience in bioanalysis.
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Extensive experience leading the development, validation, and application of ligand-binding assays to support PK, biomarker, and immunogenicity (ADA and NAb) studies across preclinical and clinical programmes.
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Strong scientific judgement in selecting fit-for-purpose bioanalytical platforms to meet sponsor requirements and regulatory expectations.
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Proven experience operating within a GxP-regulated CRO environment.
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In-depth knowledge of global regulatory guidance and industry best practice for bioanalytical method validation of PK, biomarker, and immunogenicity assays.
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Demonstrated scientific leadership, including mentoring scientists, setting bioanalytical strategy, and collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
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Familiarity with the financial aspects of projects including time and materials costs
This role is centred on providing scientific leadership and oversight of all the technical aspects within the local Fordham immunoassay group, and throughout the wider Resolian immunoassay teams.
You will be responsible for providing supervision, guidance, and expertise, in order to facilitate the delivery of high quality methods and sample analysis results to our customers in compliance with GLP/GCP.
As a Principal Scientist, you are an expert in scientific technology and experimental practice with peer recognition and credibility. You have a track record of publications and presentations in support of this, which you proactively drive.
Principal Scientists should lead from the lab. They are capable of working creatively and autonomously and they possess a deep technical understanding to develop or troubleshoot methods themselves across all service areas. They demonstrate scientific leadership and clear decision making, directing the work of more junior staff, leading technical training and promotion of good scientific practices.
Why join us?
At Resolian, we're passionate about advancing scientific discovery and improving lives through the work we do. Our people are at the heart of our success, and we're committed to creating an environment where talented individuals can thrive, grow, and make a meaningful impact.
Joining Resolian means becoming part of a global organisation that values collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. You'll work alongside knowledgeable and supportive colleagues, contribute to important technology initiatives and play a key role in shaping and supporting the infrastructure that underpins our business. This is an opportunity to take ownership of a broad and varied technology estate while working within a close-knit infrastructure team where your expertise and ideas will have visible impact.
We foster a culture where new ideas are welcomed, achievements are recognised, and professional development is encouraged. Whether you're leading critical projects, driving service improvements, or developing your expertise, you'll have the support and autonomy needed to make a real difference.
Alongside exciting work, a collaborative culture and opportunities for development, we offer a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, career growth and work-life balance.
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