Assay Development Scientist Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Doctor of Philosophy, Medical Doctor, or equivalent degree in a relevant life sciences discipline.
• Extensive experience developing biomarker assays within pharmaceutical or biotechnology environments.
• Deep expertise across cellular, circulating, proteomic, genetic, and genomic biomarker approaches.
• Proven success designing, qualifying, and implementing assays for preclinical and clinical studies.
• Strong experience with platforms such as polymerase chain reaction, next-generation sequencing, immunoassays, and mass spectrometry.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, develop, and inspire teams within complex matrix organizations.
• Experience managing external partners and contract research organizations to deliver scientific outcomes.
• Excellent collaboration, scientific communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience applying multiomics profiling and patient stratification approaches within translational research programs.
• Strong strategic mindset with a track record of innovation and advancing scientific impact.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and qualification of biomarker assays supporting discovery, translational research, and clinical development.
• Design fit-for-purpose assay strategies enabling target engagement, pharmacodynamics, and patient stratification decisions.
• Drive laboratory operations, resource planning, and prioritization to support portfolio objectives effectively.
• Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of innovative biomarker scientists.
• Foster a culture of scientific excellence, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Partner with Translational Medicine, Data Science, and cross-functional project teams on biomarker strategies.
• Establish and manage external collaborations to access emerging technologies and specialized scientific capabilities.
• Oversee outsourced assay activities and ensure delivery of high-quality translational data.
• Provide scientific leadership that informs translational plans and clinical development strategies.
• Represent the laboratory in cross-functional forums and contribute to strategic program decisions.

Benefits

• insurance plans
• retirement plans
• wellbeing resources
• global recognition programs
• flexible and hybrid working options
• 14 weeks paid parental leave