Director, Serology Assay Innovation Hub
GlaxoSmithKline, Cambridge, MA, United States
The Assay Innovation Hub Director will lead the development and implementation of innovative testing platforms and methodologies in clinical serology, immunology, and early clinical research evaluation. The Assay Discovery Hub in ADI is envisioned as a centralized, innovative platform dedicated to advancing serological capabilities for various priority vaccine programs for GSK VIDRU organization.
Responsibilities
Lead a team of scientists, define assay strategies, develop and validate new testing platforms, and deliver results aligned with company objectives.
Foster innovation in clinical serology and early clinical research to address emerging challenges in vaccine development.
Partner with other platform heads within ADI in early evaluation of new serological methods and other platforms in Vx CLAP.
Develop, maintain, and improve a portfolio of assays to assess vaccine immunogenicity and efficacy.
Implement state‑of‑the‑art methodologies through constant scientific and technological surveillance.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including academic institutions and key opinion leaders, to share expertise and drive innovation.
Develop documents for regulatory submissions and address inquiries from regulatory authorities.
Contribute to internal and external publications and communications related to assay innovation.
Prioritize activities to achieve key milestones within agreed timelines and budgets.
Manage resources effectively, including OpEx and CapEx planning, and oversee outsourced activities related to assay development and testing.
Basic Qualifications
PhD in Immunology, microbiology, bioassay, or vaccinology.
8+ years of experience in assay development for clinical serology/immunology in the context of vaccine development.
4+ years of line management experience and previous experience leading teams of 5+ scientists.
Track record of automation adoption and new technology assessment, including computational or AI tools.
Experience in regulated laboratory environments and GxP.
Good understanding of new product clinical development organization and procedures.
Preferred Qualifications
Post‑doctoral research in Immunology, microbiology, bioassay, or vaccinology.
Deep expertise in cell‑based functional immunoassays – viral neutralization, bacterial opsonophagocytic killing; flow cytometric analysis; ligand binding assays; high‑throughput omics assay.
If you are based in Cambridge, MA; Waltham, MA; Rockville, MD; or San Francisco, CA, the annual base salary for new hires in this position ranges $178,200 to $297,000.
The US salary ranges take into account a number of factors, including work location within the U.S. market, the candidate’s skills, experience, education level, and the market rate for the role. In addition, this position offers an annual bonus and eligibility to participate in our share‑based long‑term incentive program, which is dependent on the level of the role. Available benefits include health care and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, paid holidays, vacation, and paid caregiver/parental and medical leave.
GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), military service or any basis prohibited under federal, state or local law.
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Responsibilities
Lead a team of scientists, define assay strategies, develop and validate new testing platforms, and deliver results aligned with company objectives.
Foster innovation in clinical serology and early clinical research to address emerging challenges in vaccine development.
Partner with other platform heads within ADI in early evaluation of new serological methods and other platforms in Vx CLAP.
Develop, maintain, and improve a portfolio of assays to assess vaccine immunogenicity and efficacy.
Implement state‑of‑the‑art methodologies through constant scientific and technological surveillance.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including academic institutions and key opinion leaders, to share expertise and drive innovation.
Develop documents for regulatory submissions and address inquiries from regulatory authorities.
Contribute to internal and external publications and communications related to assay innovation.
Prioritize activities to achieve key milestones within agreed timelines and budgets.
Manage resources effectively, including OpEx and CapEx planning, and oversee outsourced activities related to assay development and testing.
Basic Qualifications
PhD in Immunology, microbiology, bioassay, or vaccinology.
8+ years of experience in assay development for clinical serology/immunology in the context of vaccine development.
4+ years of line management experience and previous experience leading teams of 5+ scientists.
Track record of automation adoption and new technology assessment, including computational or AI tools.
Experience in regulated laboratory environments and GxP.
Good understanding of new product clinical development organization and procedures.
Preferred Qualifications
Post‑doctoral research in Immunology, microbiology, bioassay, or vaccinology.
Deep expertise in cell‑based functional immunoassays – viral neutralization, bacterial opsonophagocytic killing; flow cytometric analysis; ligand binding assays; high‑throughput omics assay.
If you are based in Cambridge, MA; Waltham, MA; Rockville, MD; or San Francisco, CA, the annual base salary for new hires in this position ranges $178,200 to $297,000.
The US salary ranges take into account a number of factors, including work location within the U.S. market, the candidate’s skills, experience, education level, and the market rate for the role. In addition, this position offers an annual bonus and eligibility to participate in our share‑based long‑term incentive program, which is dependent on the level of the role. Available benefits include health care and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, paid holidays, vacation, and paid caregiver/parental and medical leave.
GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), military service or any basis prohibited under federal, state or local law.
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