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Confidential

Head of BioAnalytical Sciences

Confidential, South San Francisco, California, United States, 94080

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Head of BioAnalytical Sciences

About the Company

Respected biotechnology (BioTech) company developing innovative treatments

Industry Biotechnology

Type Privately Held, Private Equity-backed

Founded 1976

Employees 10,001+

Categories

Biotechnology Biopharmaceuticals Biotechnology and Pharmaceuticals Pharmaceuticals Life Science Manufacturing

Specialties

oncology immunology disorders of tissue growth and repair neuroscience and infectious disease metabolism and ophthalmology

Business Classifications

B2B B2C

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Head of BioAnalytical Sciences (BAS) with a strong background in the pharmaceutical industry to provide strategic, scientific, and organizational leadership for a global bioanalytical organization. The successful candidate will be responsible for the development, qualification, and validation of innovative bioanalytical methods across a diverse range of technical platforms, ensuring compliance with global regulatory and industry standards. This role demands a leader with a proven track record in scientific and regulatory accomplishments in bioanalysis, particularly in the context of a dynamic and complex therapeutic portfolio. The Head of BAS will be accountable for the delivery of foundational bioanalytical data for all phases of drug development, from preclinical to post-marketing, and will play a key role in the global regulatory filing process.

Applicants for the Head of BAS position at the company should hold a PhD or equivalent in a relevant discipline, with at least 15 years of industry experience in bioanalytical sciences and a minimum of 10 years in a leadership role. The role requires a critical thinker and strategic leader with a strong commitment to operational excellence and a focus on resource efficiency. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of global regulatory guidelines and a successful track record in global regulatory filings and health authority interactions. Strong communication, influencing, and leadership skills are essential, as is the ability to foster an innovative scientific environment and lead a high-performing, well-aligned organization. The Head of BAS will also be responsible for talent development, succession planning, and ensuring that the organization is equipped to meet the evolving needs of the industry.

Hiring Manager Title Senior Vice President, DevSci

Travel Percent Less than 10%

Functions

General Management