We are looking for the best to lead the best. As one of the worlds largest and most comprehensive drug development service companies, we respond to pharmaceutical and biotechnology clients' toughest drug development challenges. Covance has achieved impressive growth through our talented team's dedication to bringing the miracles of medicine to market sooner.

IT IS A GREAT TIME TO JOIN COVANCE!

Covance is seeking a seeking an Associate Director - Immunochemistry for our Study Management group in Chantilly, Virginia.

Nonclinical testing is conducted throughout all phases of drug development and, when done well, can maximize the chances of success in the clinical phases. The goal of our nonclinical studies is to determine which compounds have the greatest probability of success, and to build a solid scientific foundation that spans all stages of clinical development. Covance offers comprehensive services in all areas of nonclinical drug development including toxicology, pharmacology, metabolism, bioanalysis, pharmaceutical analysis and biosafety testing in support of nonclinical drug development.

As the Associate Director of Study Management at Covance, you will:

• Direct a staff responsible for the scientific conduct of immunochemistry method development and validation projects.
  
• Assure scientific quality and client service targets are achieved.
  
• Compile and communicates study requirements to the appropriate study team members.
  
• Work with the Director to ensure the scientific quality and expertise of the department.
  
• Consult with clients on drug discovery or development needs and establish appropriate immunochemistry assays or programs.
  
• Provide technical/scientific guidance and leadership to the study team as well as other areas of the company to ensure project completion.
  
• Develop capabilities and resources to meet both present and future needs.
  
• Leads and sponsors major client visits.
  
• Directly interact with external clients and industry professionals.

• Ph.D in Analytical Chemistry or related field with 8+ years of industry experience. CRO experience is preferred. Experience may be substituted for education.

• Prior experience working in a GLP environrment is required.
  
• Experience developing and validating Immunogenecity (anti-drug antibody assays) is preferred.
  
• Hands on experience and knowledge of one or more of the following Ligand binding assays (e.g. ELISA, MSD, Biacore etc).
  
• Familiaity with FDA Bioanalytical method validation guidance, and industry guidance on Immunogenecity method validation.
  
• Proficiency in project management skills.
  
• Knowledge of Data Reduction Software (e.g. Softmax, StatLIA etc) and LIMS systems (e.g. Watson).
  
• Experience with MSD or Electrochemiluminescent (ECL) Immunoassay preferred.

At Covance, you can make a difference, not only by helping to deliver life-saving and life-enhancing medicines to people around the world, but also by helping us become a great company. We are committed to delighting our clients with the broadest and best service portfolio in our industry. This ever-changing environment energizes our people and offers exceptional growth opportunities.