Robert MacNeill

Robert MacNeill received his Bachelor’s degree with Honors in Chemistry from Heriot Watt University then his MSc in Analytical Chemistry from the University of Huddersfield, both in the United Kingdom. Robert is also a Chartered Chemist and a Fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry. With almost 30 years of experience in all aspects of quantitative bioanalytical LC–MS/MS method development, a regular speaker, patent-holder and contributor to the scientific literature, Robert is a recognized expert and innovator in the field.

In his current role, after spending over two decades in bioanalytical contract research, Robert is a Scientific Director at Bristol Myers Squibb (NJ, USA), within regulated bioanalysis. Here he continues to give mentorship in LC–MS/MS method development and validation, works to foster innovation and enjoys technical and witty writing.

What three things would you take if you were stranded on a desert island?

• A picture of my wife and kids
• My soccer ball
• The knowledge that junk mail will somehow still reach me

If you weren’t a bioanalyst, what would you be?

• Probably a high school teacher

What is your favorite city?

• Rome – I love the beauty and history

Why have you decided to become a Zone Leader?

I have thoroughly enjoyed my affiliations and contributions to the Zone over the first few years, and I am delighted to grasp the opportunity to build on that. It’s a great way of staying attuned to, and dynamically involved with, the bioanalytical community.