Team Leader/Associate Director-CMC Analytical Development
GSK
August 19, 2026
Remote friendly (Collegeville, PA)
United States
Operations
Position Summary
You will lead a small team of analytical scientists to deliver analytical solutions supporting drug discovery and development.
Responsibilities
- Lead and coach a team delivering analytical method development, validation, and lifecycle management across multiple projects (primarily small molecule DS/DP).
- Own technical strategy for assigned projects and coordinate execution with internal and external partners.
- Design/oversee studies for product & process characterization, control strategy definition, stability testing, and release.
- Oversee method transfer, troubleshooting, and technical readiness for GMP testing.
- Author/review scientific documentation to support regulatory filings and quality systems.
- Mentor colleagues, promote safe lab culture, and support continuous improvement.
Qualifications (Required)
- Relevant degree in chemistry, biochemistry, analytical science, or related field.
- 6+ years (Ph.D.) / 8+ years (M.S.) / 10+ years (B.S.) or equivalent in analytical development or pharmaceutical lab leadership.
- Experience supporting CMC and regulatory submissions.
- Experience with chromatographic/separation methods (e.g., HPLC/UHPLC) and common detectors.
- Experience in analytical method development/qualification/validation and method transfer.
- Experience with cross-functional teams and external partners.
- GMP experience for analytical/QC labs.
- Prior people leadership/mentoring or matrix leadership.
Preferred
- MS/PhD; experience across modalities and drug development stages; direct employee management; lifecycle management/process characterization; implementing digital/AI tools; strong technical communication.
Application
If you need accommodation to apply, email: usrecruitment.adjustments@gsk.com
You will lead a small team of analytical scientists to deliver analytical solutions supporting drug discovery and development.
Responsibilities
- Lead and coach a team delivering analytical method development, validation, and lifecycle management across multiple projects (primarily small molecule DS/DP).
- Own technical strategy for assigned projects and coordinate execution with internal and external partners.
- Design/oversee studies for product & process characterization, control strategy definition, stability testing, and release.
- Oversee method transfer, troubleshooting, and technical readiness for GMP testing.
- Author/review scientific documentation to support regulatory filings and quality systems.
- Mentor colleagues, promote safe lab culture, and support continuous improvement.
Qualifications (Required)
- Relevant degree in chemistry, biochemistry, analytical science, or related field.
- 6+ years (Ph.D.) / 8+ years (M.S.) / 10+ years (B.S.) or equivalent in analytical development or pharmaceutical lab leadership.
- Experience supporting CMC and regulatory submissions.
- Experience with chromatographic/separation methods (e.g., HPLC/UHPLC) and common detectors.
- Experience in analytical method development/qualification/validation and method transfer.
- Experience with cross-functional teams and external partners.
- GMP experience for analytical/QC labs.
- Prior people leadership/mentoring or matrix leadership.
Preferred
- MS/PhD; experience across modalities and drug development stages; direct employee management; lifecycle management/process characterization; implementing digital/AI tools; strong technical communication.
Application
If you need accommodation to apply, email: usrecruitment.adjustments@gsk.com