Associate Director, Translational Bioanalytical Sciences

Location: Hybrid role based in Bridgewater, New Jersey, United States, with remote work available most of the time and in-person collaboration as needed. Occasional domestic and international travel of approximately 5%–15% is required.

Salary: $164,000–$213,000 annually

Company

hirify.global is a global biopharmaceutical company developing therapies for patients with serious and rare diseases.

What you will do

• Lead regulated LC-MS/MS bioanalytical activities for small molecules, oligonucleotides, and biologic therapeutics across clinical and nonclinical development.
• Oversee method development, qualification, validation, implementation, and sample analysis for PK, PD, and biomarker endpoints.
• Manage CROs and internal partners, providing scientific guidance, governance, and oversight within a matrixed organization.
• Develop bioanalytical and biomarker strategies with Clinical Development, Research, clinical pharmacology, clinical operations, safety, and external vendors.
• Provide technical expertise in sample preparation, chromatography, mass spectrometry, stability, and quantitative analysis.
• Support clinical and preclinical study documentation, regulatory submissions, regulatory authority meetings, and vendor governance.

Requirements

• PhD or MS in Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related field, with at least 10 years of postdoctoral or equivalent pharmaceutical industry experience.
• Extensive experience in bioanalytical sciences focused on small molecules and oligonucleotides.
• Demonstrated expertise in regulated LC/MS method development, validation, and low-molecular-weight analysis through external service providers.
• Knowledge of FDA, EMA, CLSI, M10 Bioanalytical Method Validation, GxP, ICH M10, CAP/CLIA, and ISO standards.
• Advanced knowledge of mass spectrometry platforms, ionization methods, and quantitative analysis for small molecules, proteins, peptides, and oligonucleotides.
• Strong communication, presentation, collaboration, and stakeholder-management skills in a highly matrixed environment.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of ligand binding, flow cytometry, qPCR, cell-based assays, and biological detection or sample preparation techniques.
• Experience with LIMS systems such as Watson or other data systems.

Culture & Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and mental health support, along with an annual wellbeing reimbursement and Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid time off, fertility and family-forming benefits, caregiver support, and flexible work schedules.
• 401(k) with company match, annual equity awards, ESPP participation, and company-paid life and disability insurance.
• Access to learning programs, leadership development, mentorship, networking, employee resource groups, and service initiatives.