<p>A large biopharmaceutical organization in the Greater Houston / College Station, Texas area is seeking an Analytical Project Leader (APL) for a full-time contract engagement estimated at six months with strong potential for extension. This role sits at the intersection of analytical development and client-facing program leadership, serving as the technical lead and primary sponsor contact across CMC and biopharmaceutical development programs spanning biologics, monoclonal antibodies, and viral gene therapy. The compensation is highly competitive at $75–$100 per hour plus per diem for travel, making this an attractive opportunity for an experienced analytical development professional seeking meaningful contract work with a major life sciences organization.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Hourly pay rate of $75–$100 depending on experience level (APL vs. Senior APL)</li> <li>Per diem provided for travel requirements</li> <li>Full-time contract engagement with an estimated six-month duration and potential for extensions</li> <li>Immediate start available</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Serve as the technical lead and primary client contact for analytical development programs across multiple simultaneous engagements</li> <li>Drive analytical strategy development and execution across the full CMC development lifecycle, from early-stage through regulatory submission</li> <li>Support CMC regulatory submissions including IND and/or BLA documentation</li> <li>Lead analytical method development, validation, qualification, and transfer activities</li> <li>Manage sponsor relationships and present technical data and program updates directly to clients</li> <li>Work cross-functionally with Analytical Development, QC, Validation, Tech Transfer, Manufacturing, and Regulatory teams</li> <li>Apply stage-gate development processes and risk-based decision-making frameworks across programs</li> <li>Analytical platforms support biologics, monoclonal antibodies (mAbs), and viral gene therapy (VGT) product modalities</li> <li>Facility type: biopharmaceutical / CDMO / life sciences organization</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>MS or PhD in Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a closely related scientific discipline</li> <li>APL level: 5–8 years of biopharmaceutical analytical development experience with at least 2 years of program coordination experience</li> <li>Senior APL level: 10+ years of biopharmaceutical analytical development experience with at least 5 years of client-facing program leadership experience</li> <li>Demonstrated experience as a technical lead and primary client contact for analytical programs</li> <li>Strong working knowledge of analytical method development, validation, qualification, and transfer</li> <li>Hands-on experience supporting CMC regulatory submissions (IND and/or BLA)</li> <li>Familiarity with biologics, mAb, and/or viral gene therapy analytical testing platforms</li> <li>PMP certification or formal project management training preferred</li> <li>Strong communication, leadership, and client-facing presentation skills required</li> <li>Criminal background check required as a condition of employment per state law</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>This position is based in the Greater Houston / College Station corridor of Texas — a region that anchors one of the nation's most dynamic life sciences and energy economies. College Station is home to Texas A&M University, offering a vibrant academic community, affordable cost of living, and easy access to the full amenities of the Houston metropolitan area roughly 90 miles to the southwest. The region offers a warm climate, no state income tax, and a strong professional network for life sciences and biopharmaceutical talent.</p>