Principal Scientist – Analytical Development

About Hemab Hemab is a clinical-stage biotech company on a mission to develop innovative treatments for neglected bleeding and thrombotic disorders. With sites in Copenhagen and Boston, we combine high-impact science with a collaborative culture as we progress toward commercialization. Position Summary We are seeking a Principal Scientist to fill a specialist role in Analytical Development with strong experience in the analysis of biologics to support late-stage activities, including method validations/Quality Control activities to support commercial readiness, setting and justifying specifications, process and product characterization, and preparing CMC sections in regulatory submissions (BLAs/MAAs). You will play a key role in driving analytical development strategies and managing analytical activities at multiple CROs/CDMOs. This position spans both early- and late-stage development, ensuring smooth progression from clinical manufacturing to commercial readiness. Key Responsibilities Early-Stage Analytical Development • Support early-stage biologics programs by applying phase-appropriate strategies for analytical development. • Collaborate with Drug Substance, Drug Product, Research, Quality, and Regulatory teams to align on required analytical support. • Provide technical input to CDMOs on method development and validation, setting and justifying specifications, early-stage product characterization, reference standard establishment, stability protocols, risk assessments, etc. • Author and/or review CMC sections of Phase 1/2 regulatory submissions. Late-Stage Analytical Development • Manage analytical method transfer, optimization, and validation efforts with external partners to support commercial readiness. • Ensure an appropriate, mechanism of action-based potency assay is in place to support Phase 3 readiness (experience with non-cell-based potency assays is a plus). • Provide analytical support and guidance for process characterization activities, including the determination of Critical Quality Attributes, and ensure methods are appropriately validated for testing In-Process Controls. • Provide technical input to CDMOs on method validations, setting and justifying specifications, comparability assessments, late-stage product characterization, reference standard establishment, stability protocols, risk assessments, etc. • Prepare CMC sections for regulatory submissions (BLAs/MAAs) with emphasis on analytical sections; if necessary, represent the company as the analytical expert in interactions with regulatory authorities, including preparation of requests and responses. Continuous Improvement • Monitor regulatory trends and integrate new analytical approaches. • Lead and manage the work of analytical CROs/CDMOs, material suppliers, consultants, vendors, and collaborators to support analytical activities. • Identify and execute opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce costs. • Share best practices and advise colleagues on data interpretation. Qualifications Education & Experience • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject (e.g. analytical chemistry, protein chemistry, chemistry, biochemistry, biotechnology, etc.) at a minimum, with a Master’s degree or Ph.D. preferred. • 7+ years of industry experience in the analysis of biologics, especially at late-stage, and a strong history of collaboration with CDMOs. Technical Expertise • Proven experience providing analytical support to biologics programs, especially antibodies, from first-in-human through commercialization. • Practical knowledge of phase-appropriate analytical method development and validations, product characterization, and comparability assessments • Direct experience with regulatory submissions such as BLAs/MAAs, ideally across multiple programs, especially to support late-stage biologics programs. • Solid understanding of ICH guidelines and pharmacopeias for stability and method validation expectations. • Experience with mechanism of action-based potency assays is a plus. • Experience establishing reference standards is a plus. Skills & Competencies • Strong project management and organizational abilities. • Excellent communication and technical writing skills for regulatory documentation. • Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively with external partners. • Flexible, proactive, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced biotech environment at a company spread out across multiple time zones. Working Conditions • Travel: ~15 days per year (flexible) • Reports to: Rane Harrison, Director of Analytical Development, CMC • Team: CMC and Manufacturing Apply tot his job

Back to blog

Common Interview Questions And Answers

1. HOW DO YOU PLAN YOUR DAY?

This is what this question poses: When do you focus and start working seriously? What are the hours you work optimally? Are you a night owl? A morning bird? Remote teams can be made up of people working on different shifts and around the world, so you won't necessarily be stuck in the 9-5 schedule if it's not for you...

2. HOW DO YOU USE THE DIFFERENT COMMUNICATION TOOLS IN DIFFERENT SITUATIONS?

When you're working on a remote team, there's no way to chat in the hallway between meetings or catch up on the latest project during an office carpool. Therefore, virtual communication will be absolutely essential to get your work done...

3. WHAT IS "WORKING REMOTE" REALLY FOR YOU?

Many people want to work remotely because of the flexibility it allows. You can work anywhere and at any time of the day...

4. WHAT DO YOU NEED IN YOUR PHYSICAL WORKSPACE TO SUCCEED IN YOUR WORK?

With this question, companies are looking to see what equipment they may need to provide you with and to verify how aware you are of what remote working could mean for you physically and logistically...

5. HOW DO YOU PROCESS INFORMATION?

Several years ago, I was working in a team to plan a big event. My supervisor made us all work as a team before the big day. One of our activities has been to find out how each of us processes information...

6. HOW DO YOU MANAGE THE CALENDAR AND THE PROGRAM? WHICH APPLICATIONS / SYSTEM DO YOU USE?

Or you may receive even more specific questions, such as: What's on your calendar? Do you plan blocks of time to do certain types of work? Do you have an open calendar that everyone can see?...

7. HOW DO YOU ORGANIZE FILES, LINKS, AND TABS ON YOUR COMPUTER?

Just like your schedule, how you track files and other information is very important. After all, everything is digital!...

8. HOW TO PRIORITIZE WORK?

The day I watched Marie Forleo's film separating the important from the urgent, my life changed. Not all remote jobs start fast, but most of them are...

9. HOW DO YOU PREPARE FOR A MEETING AND PREPARE A MEETING? WHAT DO YOU SEE HAPPENING DURING THE MEETING?

Just as communication is essential when working remotely, so is organization. Because you won't have those opportunities in the elevator or a casual conversation in the lunchroom, you should take advantage of the little time you have in a video or phone conference...

10. HOW DO YOU USE TECHNOLOGY ON A DAILY BASIS, IN YOUR WORK AND FOR YOUR PLEASURE?

This is a great question because it shows your comfort level with technology, which is very important for a remote worker because you will be working with technology over time...