Technical Lead Assay Development | Technical Lead Assay Development (w/m/d)

Brunel GmbH NL Mannheim

Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland
Published Feb 13, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

As a Technical Lead for Assay Development, you will spearhead complex, global, and cross-functional Research and Development projects characterized by high innovation and risk potential. Your day-to-day responsibilities involve the technical leadership of a laboratory team, ensuring the successful development of assays for diagnostic solutions. You will serve as a critical bridge between technical execution and project management, collaborating closely with Product Owners during PI planning and providing data-driven decision bases for senior management. This role is highly collaborative, requiring you to foster partnerships with both internal and external stakeholders while continuously advancing technical standards. This position is particularly attractive for experienced scientists looking to combine their technical expertise in In-vitro Diagnostics (IVD) with leadership responsibilities in a stable, permanent role that offers extensive professional development, 30 days of vacation, and a comprehensive employer-funded pension scheme.

Required Skills

Education

Master's degree or Doctorate (PhD) in Biochemistry, Biology, Biotechnology, Chemistry, or a comparable field of study.

Experience

  • Professional experience in assay development or the in-vitro diagnostics (IVD) industry
  • Proven experience in the technical leadership of teams
  • Extensive expertise in stakeholder management within matrix and project organizations
  • Experience in managing complex, global, and cross-functional R&D projects
  • Experience in analyzing and interpreting scientific results for management decision-making

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Permanent employment contract; location-based role in Germany; requires ability to work in a cross-functional matrix organization.