Associate Director of Operations – Immunochemistry

Mantell Associates is partnered with a global CDMO in their search for an experienced Associate Director of Operations – Immunochemistry to lead operational activities in the Netherlands.

This is a strong opportunity to join a growing global CDMO and play a key leadership role in advancing bioanalytical capabilities while supporting the development of innovative therapies.

Associate Director of Operations – Responsibilities:

• Provide operational leadership for the immunochemistry department, ensuring efficient execution of bioanalytical studies and laboratory workflows
• Translate strategic objectives into operational plans, managing capacity, resources, and project prioritization
• Oversee laboratory performance, including planning of study activities, resource allocation, and delivery timelines
• Ensure compliance with GLP/GCP standards and global regulatory expectations, maintaining strong audit and inspection readiness
• Support quality systems activities including deviations, CAPAs, audit findings, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Drive operational efficiency by optimizing laboratory processes, workflows, and performance metrics
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Quality, Project Management, and Scientific Leadership to ensure successful study delivery
• Provide operational input into new project proposals and support client interactions when required
• Lead, mentor, and develop scientific and operational staff within the immunochemistry team
• Contribute to long-term operational planning, technology evaluation, and capability development

Associate Director of Operations – Requirements:

• MSc or PhD in Biochemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Pharmacology, or a related Life Sciences discipline
• Significant experience working within bioanalytical laboratories or biopharmaceutical service environments
• Strong expertise in immunochemistry or immunoassay platforms, including biomarker or immunogenicity assays
• Proven leadership experience managing scientific teams and operational workflows in regulated environments
• Strong understanding of GLP/GCP regulatory requirements and audit/inspection readiness
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex study portfolios and drive operational improvements
• Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to engage both internal teams and external clients
• Ability to work within a fast-paced CDMO environment supporting global pharmaceutical partners

Mantell Associates is a specialist Pharmaceutical and Life Science headhunting firm. For more information on this opportunity, contact us at +44 (0)20 3854 7700.