Method Transfer Specialist (Bioassays)

About the role

MSD's Global Science & Technology division, which supports animal health manufacturing, is building a new Bio Method Transfer team of up to five people. It is looking for a Method Transfer Specialist (Bioassays) in Salamanca to coordinate and execute analytical method transfers for large molecules between R&D and QC Salamanca laboratories, and to act as a subject-matter expert for method development and transfer readiness. The role reports to the ATS-Bio Method Transfer Team lead.

Key responsibilities

• Support the execution of analytical method transfers for large molecule bioassays with R&D and QC Salamanca teams.
• Help prepare transfer plans, including timelines, documentation, readiness criteria and activity coordination.
• Take part in risk and gap assessments and support the preparation and review of transfer protocols and reports.
• Work with stakeholders so that methods are transferred robustly, fit-for-purpose and compliant.
• Support troubleshooting and technical investigations during method development, validation, transfer and implementation.
• Assist with data review and analysis to support transfer decisions and method readiness.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of analytical method transfer processes and laboratory readiness.

Required profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Biological Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Analytical Sciences or a related field.
• Around 3 years of experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry, ideally in analytical bioassay development or method transfer for large molecules.
• Practical experience in GxP environments, with exposure to method development, validation, testing or transfer.
• Familiarity with biological QC assays such as immunoassays, cell-based assays, virus titration or PCR.
• Good command of Spanish and English; based near Salamanca or willing to relocate.

Required skills

• GxP, GMP/GLP basics, change control, CAPA and transfer documentation.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, with statistical or data analysis tools such as Minitab.
• Ability to work in a cross-functional environment and communicate with technical stakeholders.