Job Summary:  

Genesis Drug Discovery and Development (GD³ or Company), a member of the Genesis Biotechnology Group, is a fully integrated CRO providing services to support drug discovery programs of our clients from target discovery through GLP tox studies. The GD³ portfolio includes services for assay development, synthetic organic and medicinal chemistry, in vitro ADME, DMPK/in-vivo pharmacology and safety toxicology. GD³ is currently comprised of seven sister companies globally including BioBlocks, Comparative Biosciences, Ingenio, Invivotek, Integrated Analytical Solutions, PharmOptima, and Venenum Biodesign.

We are seeking a highly motivated PhD-level bioanalytical scientist to join our sister company PharmOptima located in Portage, Michigan. The candidate will oversee a team of bioanalytical scientists and help guide the direction and growth of the company. We are looking for self-motivated individuals who values working in a team-oriented environment. Successful candidate will directly contribute to projects within a close-knit and dynamic setting that focuses on productivity, teamwork, and efficiency.

Responsibilities:

• Develop bioanalytical and analytical methods based on LC-MS/MS and HPLC-UV techniques
• Qualify and validate bioanalytical and analytical test methods
• Effectively summarize results for management and clients
• Prepare validation protocols, test methods and reports for non-GLP and GLP purposes
• Lead business operation that provides expert bioanalytical, drug metabolism and analytical chemistry services to the pharmaceutical and life science industry
• Oversee client management and work with internal staff and BD to ensure high-quality customer care and service
• Oversee the management and maintenance of instrument
• Support/assist the scientific team in preparation of study proposals, statements of work and cost estimates for existing and prospective clients
• Manage/assist the scientific team in coordinating/scheduling research activities for acquired projects
• Work with Scientific Staff to identify, propose and execute capital investments for maintaining and improving laboratory operations
• Collaborate with business development/account managers to develop, propose and implement strategies to increase market share and grow revenue for existing services
• Explore, propose, and justify new/expanded service capabilities in conjunction with Scientific Staff
• Work closely with corporate CSO to facilitate/manage the growth of bioanalytical and drug metabolism assay services.

Job Requirements:

• PhD degree in analytical chemistry, Biochemistry, or related filed with strong application background
• Five plus years of industrial experience in drug discovery/CRO business
• Expertise in PK study design, data interpretation, and analysis.
• Experience working in a GLP-regulated laboratory setting
• Experience working in different modalities, including small molecules, peptides, and biologics

• Experience leading a small team is preferred
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills, good judgment and ability to communicate with a diverse range of professionals from the drug discovery and development community

We Offer: 

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Dependent Care Flex Spending Account
• 401(k) Plan
• Business Casual Environment
• Credit Union

Visit GD3 at https://www.gd3services.com/

Genesis Drug Discovery and Development is an equal opportunity employer.