Analytical Testing Lead / Principal Scientist

CSL Behring seeks a Principal Scientist to lead analytical testing initiatives, guiding projects from research to commercialization while ensuring clinical safety and regulatory compliance.

This position is central to the discovery and development of innovative medicines, managing the lifecycle from early-stage research through clinical trials to global launch. The role ensures rigorous scientific standards, oversees advanced research analyses, and supports laboratory operations to maintain regulatory approvals through close collaboration with health authorities. Additionally, the incumbent contributes to the growth of the R&D organization by mentoring team members and expanding their expertise in key scientific platforms.

Responsibilities

• Directs the design, implementation, and optimization of advanced technical capabilities, leading cross-functional teams to meet complex research goals within set timelines.
• Oversees the planning, execution, and interpretation of high-impact scientific experiments, ensuring strict adherence to scientific rigor and integrity.
• Mentors and develops scientific staff, fostering technical growth and facilitating knowledge transfer across the organization.
• Acts as a recognized authority in the field, contributing to scientific strategy, portfolio planning, and external collaborations.
• Manages large-scale, cross-functional projects or programs with minimal oversight, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and regulatory expectations.
• Solves complex, multi-dimensional problems requiring deep technical insight and cross-disciplinary collaboration.
• Represents the organization in scientific forums, publications, and external partnerships, enhancing visibility and thought leadership.

Requirements

• PhD in a scientific discipline.
• Typically, 5–8 years of related experience.
• Track record of scientific achievement in relevant Life Sciences discipline.
• Mastery of advanced methodologies.
• Oversight of research cross-functional teams and initiatives.
• Setting direction for scientific programs.
• Excellent communication skills (English language).

About the company

CSL Behring is a global biotherapeutics leader driven by the promise to save lives. The company discovers, develops and delivers innovative therapies for people living with conditions in immunology, hematology, cardiovascular and metabolic, respiratory, and transplant therapeutic areas. The company uses three strategic scientific platforms: plasma fractionation, recombinant protein technology, and cell and gene therapy. Inclusion and Belonging is at the core of the company's mission and fuels innovation. The company fosters a culture of curiosity and empathy to understand and connect with patients and donors.

• Inclusion and Belonging is at the core of the company's mission and fuels innovation.
• The company fosters a culture of curiosity and empathy to understand and connect with patients and donors.