Team Leader/Associate Director-CMC Analytical Development

GSK•Upper Providence, PA

About The Position

You will lead a small team of analytical scientists to deliver high-quality analytical solutions that support drug discovery and development. You will partner across functions and with external labs to design and execute method development, characterization, and transfer activities. We value a practical scientific thinker who leads with clarity, supports career growth in others, and focuses on delivering measurable impact for patients. This role offers growth, visible influence on projects, and the chance to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.

Requirements

Relevant degree in chemistry, biochemistry, analytical science, or related field.
6+ years (for Ph.D.) or 8+ years (for M.S.) or 10+ years (for B.S.) or equivalent experience in analytical development or laboratory leadership in the pharmaceutical industry.
Experience supporting CMC activities and contributing to regulatory submissions
Experience with chromatographic and other separation techniques (for example HPLC, UHPLC) and common detectors.
Experience in analytical method development, qualification or validation, and method transfer.
Experience working with cross-functional teams and external partners.
Experience with GMP as it relates to analytical/QC labs
Prior people leadership, mentoring, or matrix team leadership experience.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree (MS or PhD) in a relevant scientific discipline.
Experience with a variety of modalities (small molecule, ADCs, antibodies, etc.), and exposure to all stages of drug development
Experience directly managing employees
Experience with lifecycle management and process characterization principles.
Experience implementing new digital/AI tolls to improve efficiency
Strong written and verbal communication skills and experience preparing technical documentation.

Responsibilities

Lead and coach a team to deliver analytical method development, validation, and lifecycle management across multiple projects, primarily for small molecule DS/DP.
Own technical strategy for assigned projects and coordinate execution with internal and external partners.
Design and oversee execution studies for product and process characterization and control strategy definition, stability testing, and release.
Oversee method transfer, troubleshooting, and technical readiness for GMP testing
Author and review scientific documentation to support regulatory filings and quality systems.
Mentor colleagues, promote a safe laboratory culture, and support continuous improvement.