Bioanalytical Team Leader

Job Summary:
Genesis Drug Discovery and Development (GD3 or Company), a member of the Genesis Biotechnology Group, is a fully integrated CRO providing services to support drug discovery programs of our clients from target discovery through GLP tox studies. The GD3 portfolio includes services for assay development, synthetic organic and medicinal chemistry, in vitro ADME, DMPK/in-vivo pharmacology and safety toxicology. GD3 is currently comprised of seven sister companies globally including BioBlocks, Comparative Biosciences, Ingenio, Invivotek, Integrated Analytical Solutions, PharmOptima, and Venenum Biodesign.

We are seeking a highly motivated PhD-level bioanalytical scientist to join our sister company PharmOptima located in Portage, Michigan. The candidate will oversee a team of bioanalytical scientists and help guide the direction and growth of the company. We are looking for self-motivated individuals who values working in a team-oriented environment. Successful candidate will directly contribute to projects within a close-knit and dynamic setting that focuses on productivity, teamwork, and efficiency.

Responsibilities:

• Develop bioanalytical and analytical methods based on LC-MS/MS and HPLC-UV techniques
• Qualify and validate bioanalytical and analytical test methods
• Effectively summarize results for management and clients
• Prepare validation protocols, test methods and reports for non-GLP and GLP purposes
• Lead business operation that provides expert bioanalytical, drug metabolism and analytical chemistry services to the pharmaceutical and life science industry
• Oversee client management and work with internal staff and BD to ensure high-quality customer care and service
• Oversee the management and maintenance of instrument
• Support/assist the scientific team in preparation of study proposals, statements of work and cost estimates for existing and prospective clients
• Manage/assist the scientific team in coordinating/scheduling research activities for acquired projects
• Work with Scientific Staff to identify, propose and execute capital investments for maintaining and improving laboratory operations
• Collaborate with business development/account managers to develop, propose and implement strategies to increase market share and grow revenue for existing services
• Explore, propose, and justify new/expanded service capabilities in conjunction with Scientific Staff
• Work closely with corporate CSO to facilitate/manage the growth of bioanalytical and drug metabolism assay services.

Job Requirements:

• PhD degree in analytical chemistry, Biochemistry, or related filed with strong application background
• Five plus years of industrial experience in drug discovery/CRO business
• Expertise in PK study design, data interpretation, and analysis.
• Experience working in a GLP-regulated laboratory setting
• Experience working in different modalities, including small molecules, peptides, and biologics
• Experience leading a small team is preferred
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills, good judgment and ability to communicate with a diverse range of professionals from the drug discovery and development community

We Offer:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Dependent Care Flex Spending Account
• 401(k) Plan
• Business Casual Environment
• Credit Union

Visit GD3 at https://www.gd3services.com/
Genesis Drug Discovery and Development is an equal opportunity employer.