Director – Mass Spectrometry Biomarker Discovery (Neuroscience / CNS)(Remote -India)

About the Role We are seeking a senior scientific leader to drive

mass spectrometry–based biomarker discovery and validation

for neurodegenerative and CNS disorders, including Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, ALS, and rare brain disorders. This role owns the

end-to-end biomarker assay strategy —from early discovery through clinical validation—and plays a critical role in integrating biomarker insights into preclinical and clinical development programs. The Director will operate as both a

hands-on technical expert

and a

scientific leader , mentoring scientists and collaborating closely with cross-functional and external partners. Key Responsibilities Biomarker Assay Development & Validation Lead development, optimization, and validation of MS-based biomarker assays for early- and late-phase clinical trials Design and oversee targeted and discovery MS workflows for biomarker identification, qualification, and validation Implement robust bioanalytical validation procedures to ensure high-performance, reproducible measurements across preclinical and clinical samples Scientific Leadership & Program Ownership Serve as scientific owner for biomarker strategies across neuroscience programs Partner with project teams to design and execute in vitro experiments supporting therapeutic characterization Provide technical direction, mentorship, and best-practice guidance to junior scientists Study Design & Cross-Functional Collaboration Establish experimental designs and analytical strategies for in-house and outsourced biomarker efforts Coordinate method development, sample analysis, and data interpretation with: Internal teams (medical, clinical operations, statistics, regulatory) External partners (CROs, academic collaborators, specialized laboratories) Ensure biomarker approaches align with clinical objectives and regulatory expectations External Engagement & Scientific Communication Act as technical subject-matter expert in CRO and external partner interactions Communicate biomarker findings through internal presentations, external publications, and strategic discussions Contribute to thought leadership in biomarker innovation and translational science Required Skills & Experience PhD in Neuroscience, Biochemistry, Proteomics, or a related field 5+ years of experience in industry, academia, or postdoctoral research with a strong focus on biomarker discovery and development Deep technical expertise in: LC-MS and LC-MS/MS Targeted and/or discovery proteomics Proven experience with MS-based assay development, optimization, and clinical validation Ability to independently design and execute advanced MS-based studies Preferred Skills Direct experience with CNS or neurodegenerative disease biomarker programs CRO oversight or sponsor-side biomarker leadership experience Strong cross-functional collaboration with clinical, statistics, and regulatory teams Employment Details Employment Type: Full-time Work Mode: Remote from India Engagement: Long-term Focus: Biomarker discovery, validation, and scientific leadership