Top Quality Recruitment (TQR) · 1 week ago
Director of LCMS Platforms
Pleasanton, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
10+ years expTop Quality Recruitment (TQR) is a recruitment agency specializing in connecting professionals with leadership opportunities across various industries. The Director of LCMS Platforms will provide bioanalytical support for pre-clinical and clinical projects, manage a team of scientists, and ensure project success through effective communication and leadership.
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Responsibilities
Lead a team of supervisors, PhD, and non-PhDs.D. scientists to ensure the development, validation, and execution of LBA-based assays (PK, ADA, PD Biomarkers) in compliance with GLP/GCLP standards
Directly manage supervisors and junior staff by setting clear expectations, supporting career development, and ensuring high performance
Train and mentor team members as needed to build scientific strength, compliance awareness, and project ownership
Serve as Principal Investigator (PI) on client studies, overseeing protocol development, study conduct, and reporting
Communicate clearly with clients and manage expectations throughout all phases of assigned projects to ensure satisfaction and alignment
Maintain strong relationships with global clients, supporting both ongoing and future project opportunities with responsiveness and trust
Provide scientific and operational leadership as Subject Matter Expert (SME) in LBA technologies, including ELISA and MSD (Meso Scale Discovery)
Review and approve study plans, validation protocols, reports, and key regulatory documentation
Represent Crystal Bio Solutions at scientific conferences, industry networking events, and in client-facing presentations
Support business development by providing technical insights for client proposals and quote generation
Ensure efficient lab operations through SOP adherence, workflow improvements, and cross-functional collaboration (QA, BD, PM)
Qualification
Required
PhD with 10+ years, Master's with 15+ years, or Bachelor's with 18+ years of relevant experience in Bioanalysis within Pharma, Biotech, or CRO settings
At least 3–5 years of people management experience, including direct supervision of scientific staff
Extensive background in GLP/GCLP-regulated bioanalytical method development and validation for PK, ADA, and Biomarker assays
Lead a team of supervisors, PhD, and non-PhDs.D. scientists to ensure the development, validation, and execution of LBA-based assays (PK, ADA, PD Biomarkers) in compliance with GLP/GCLP standards
Directly manage supervisors and junior staff by setting clear expectations, supporting career development, and ensuring high performance
Train and mentor team members as needed to build scientific strength, compliance awareness, and project ownership
Serve as Principal Investigator (PI) on client studies, overseeing protocol development, study conduct, and reporting
Communicate clearly with clients and manage expectations throughout all phases of assigned projects to ensure satisfaction and alignment
Maintain strong relationships with global clients, supporting both ongoing and future project opportunities with responsiveness and trust
Provide scientific and operational leadership as Subject Matter Expert (SME) in LBA technologies, including ELISA and MSD (Meso Scale Discovery)
Review and approve study plans, validation protocols, reports, and key regulatory documentation
Represent Crystal Bio Solutions at scientific conferences, industry networking events, and in client-facing presentations
Support business development by providing technical insights for client proposals and quote generation
Ensure efficient lab operations through SOP adherence, workflow improvements, and cross-functional collaboration (QA, BD, PM)
Preferred
Experience presenting at industry events or scientific meetings is preferred
Familiarity with LIMS (Watson preferred) and bioanalytical compliance practices
Benefits
Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request.
Company
Top Quality Recruitment (TQR)
Top Quality Recruitment is a leading provider of workforce solutions to clients in Food & Beverage Manufacturing, Consumer Packaged Goods and Life Sciences.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
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