Analytical Development Lead

Role Overview

We are currently looking for a Group Leader in Analytical Development to join a pioneering biopharma organization based in the UK. This is an exciting opportunity for a senior scientific professional to lead a dedicated team responsible for advanced analytical method development, product characterization, and support for regulatory submissions within a rapidly evolving industry.

In this pivotal role, you will steer the analytical function, ensuring the delivery of high‑quality data aligned with regulatory standards while fostering a culture of scientific excellence and innovation. This is a key leadership position designed for someone eager to influence the development of biosimilars and biologics in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

Your duties as the Group Leader in Analytical Development will be varied; however, the key duties and responsibilities are as follows:

• Lead and develop the analytical development team, overseeing method development, product characterization, and analytical transfer activities to support project timelines and regulatory submissions.
• Set strategic direction for analytical activities, ensuring the execution of projects and external collaborations meet quality and regulatory standards.
• Drive a ‘Right First Time’ culture, troubleshooting technical challenges and ensuring robust, compliant analytical processes.
• Act as the SME during technical reviews, stage gate meetings, and regulatory interactions, supporting R&D leadership with strategic insights and updates.
• Mentor team members, identify emerging technologies, and implement innovations to enhance efficiency and data quality.

To be successful in your application to this exciting role as the Group Leader in Analytical Development we are looking to identify the following on your profile and past history:

• A degree or higher level in biological sciences, analytical chemistry, or a related field.
• Proven experience leading analytical development within the biopharma or biotech sectors, particularly with biosimilar products.
• Extensive knowledge of biologics analytical techniques such as HPLC, LC‑MS, CESDS, cIEF, CD, and associated methodologies.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with a proven ability to mentor and build high‑performing teams.

• Opportunity to influence strategic scientific initiatives within a leading biologics organization.
• Engagement in cutting‑edge technology adoption, fostering continual professional growth.
• Competitive package with excellent benefits and career development pathways.
• Contribute to impactful projects that advance therapeutics and improve patient outcomes.

biopharma, biologics, analytical development, biosimilar, method development, regulatory submissions, team leadership, HPLC, LC‑MS, scientific excellence, innovation, mentoring, regulatory compliance

Hyper Recruitment Solutions Ltd (HRS) is an Equal Opportunities employer. We welcome applications from anyone who meets the role requirements. HRS exclusively supports the STEM sectors, combining recruitment expertise with scientific knowledge to help you advance your career.