Senior Scientist, Analytical Development

Step into a senior scientific role where your expertise will drive analytical excellence across complex drug development programmes.

Senior Scientist, Analytical Development
Location: France (Hybrid working)
Salary: €70,000 - €80,000 + 10% bonus + benefits

Proclinical is partnered with a leading global biopharmaceutical organisation, who is seeking an experienced Senior Scientist, Analytical Development to join its Pharmaceutical Development team. This is a high-impact role supporting the development of innovative medicines across a range of therapeutic areas, including complex oral and injectable products.

Working within a multidisciplinary and international environment, you will play a key role in driving analytical strategy across the full product lifecycle, from early development through to commercialization.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and design analytical development studies to support preclinical and clinical programs.
Develop, validate, and transfer analytical methods for drug products
Define and implement control strategies for oral and injectable formulations
Oversee stability studies and analytical testing for clinical batches
Interpret data, troubleshoot issues, and ensure robustness and reliability of results
Manage external partners (CROs/CDMOs) and contribute to vendor selection
Contribute to regulatory submissions (IND, NDA, MAA, IMPD)
Drive innovation in analytical approaches, technologies, and methodologies
Act as a subject matter expert within cross-functional CMC project teams

About You

Proven experience working in pharmaceutical analytical development
Strong expertise in method development, validation, and transfer (physico-chemical and/or biotech methods)
Proven experience supporting regulatory submissions in Europe and/or the US
Deep knowledge of analytical techniques for drug products (oral, injectable, and/or biologics)
Strong project management skills and ability to operate in a matrix environment
Experience managing external partners and complex development activities
Solid understanding of GMP/cGMP requirements

Education & Skills

MSc or equivalent in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related discipline (PhD preferred)
Fluent English required

Why Apply? This is an opportunity to join a science-driven organisation where analytical development is central to product success. You'll work on innovative therapies, collaborate with global teams, and have real influence on development strategy and delivery.
If you're looking for a role combining technical depth, strategic input, and cross-functional exposure, this could be a strong next step.

Apply now to learn more.

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