Associate Director, Bioanalysis

Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

1d • $169,222 - $253,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Otsuka is seeking a highly motivated and scientifically driven professional to join the Bioanalysis team. The team provides bioanalytical oversight for clinical development programs through management of external laboratory partners and collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders. Beyond supporting regulated bioanalysis, this role offers opportunities to drive process improvements, evaluate emerging analytical technologies, and contribute to the continued advancement of bioanalytical capabilities across the development portfolio.
The Associate Director, Bioanalysis is responsible for providing strategic and scientific oversight of outsourced bioanalytical activities supporting clinical development programs, with a primary focus on pharmacokinetics (PK) and biomarkers. The successful candidate will possess deep expertise in bioanalytical sciences, particularly mass spectrometry-based assays, ligand-binding assays (LBA), and cell-based methodologies, along with a strong understanding of global bioanalytical regulatory requirements.
This individual will lead interactions with external contract research organizations (CROs), ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality, audit-ready, and submission-ready bioanalytical data. The Associate Director will provide scientific leadership in assay strategy, method development, validation, and troubleshooting while ensuring the integrity and efficiency of bioanalytical data flow throughout clinical development.
In addition, the Associate Director will actively assess emerging technologies, industry trends, and innovative measurement approaches that can enhance clinical trial execution and data quality. The role requires effective collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders and the ability to communicate complex scientific concepts to diverse audiences.
The ideal candidate is a proactive problem solver with strong scientific judgment, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• Ph.D. with a minimum of 5 years of relevant industry experience in regulated bioanalysis; or M.S. or B.S. degree with a minimum of 8 years of relevant industry experience.
• Demonstrated expertise in regulated bioanalysis supporting clinical development, including pharmacokinetic and biomarker assays
• Strong knowledge of global bioanalytical regulatory guidance and industry standards
• Hands-on experience and understanding of bioanalytical technologies, including LC-MS/MS, ELISA, ECL, flow cytometry, and other relevant platforms.
• Experience managing CROs and external partnerships, including oversight of deliverables, budgets, timelines, quality, and compliance.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple complex programs simultaneously.
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate complex scientific information effectively to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams and influence decision making.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with immunogenicity assays, including anti-drug antibody (ADA) and neutralizing antibody (NAb) assays, is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and scientific leadership for outsourced bioanalytical activities supporting clinical development programs.
• Oversee bioanalytical method development, qualification, validation, and sample analysis activities, including scientific troubleshooting and optimization.
• Develop and maintain strong partnerships with bioanalytical CROs and other external vendors to ensure successful execution of bioanalytical strategies.
• Monitor vendor performance and ensure adherence to study timelines, quality standards, contractual obligations, and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure bioanalytical activities are conducted and documented in accordance with applicable global regulatory guidance and industry best practices.
• Serve as the bioanalytical subject matter expert on cross-functional project teams, providing scientific recommendations and risk assessments to support decision making.
• Support regulatory submissions by contributing to and reviewing submission-related documents, responses to agency questions, and inspection-readiness activities.
• Identify and evaluate emerging analytical technologies, biomarker strategies, and innovative measurement approaches that may enhance clinical development programs.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and champion new technologies, digital solutions, and operational efficiencies within the bioanalysis function.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage
• company provided basic life, accidental death & dismemberment, short-term and long-term disability insurance
• tuition reimbursement
• student loan assistance
• a generous 401(k) match
• flexible time off
• paid holidays
• paid leave programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree