Analytical Method Transfer Manager - Kent - Onsite - Permanent CSG talent are excited to be partnered with a biopharma company to find their new Analytical Method Transfer Manager. This unique role requires an excellent understanding of analytical methods and quality to drive successful method development into quality control (QC). This person will act as the subject matter expert for analytical method transfer, whilst overseeing a team of scientists in the laboratory. Your responsibilities will include: · Direct line management of a small team of scientists and drive their successful performance and development · Organising and conducting analytical method transfer into quality control from customers or other departments in the business · Optimise analytical test methods and suggestions of new techniques & validation of techniques · Partnering with outsourcing companies on other method development testing · Customer interaction (as a technical representative) · Ensure all testing and method transfer is delivered to the relevant regulatory requirements (GxP, GCP, GLP, GMP) · Data analysis and authoring of reports · Acting as a key liaison between departments (R&D, QC, microbiology etc) and representation at key internal/external meetings · Driving continuous improvement · Supporting laboratory operations and other site initiatives as needed To be successful in this role you will have: · Prior line management experience in a scientific environment · Excellent understanding and hands-on experience with of ranges of method development such as (but not limited to) HPLC, ELISA, qPCR, activity assays etc · Excellent understanding and exposure to quality/QC in the life science industry · Previous experience with GMP is highly preferred · Scientific degree (or considerable experience in lieu of this) · Excellent communication skills You will be joining a friendly team with high staff-retention rates and a strong development culture. To find out more about this position apply today.