Development Scientist I, Bioanalytical Development

Position Summary

Development scientist I is able to plan, design, execute, and analyze all own work independently; able to complete assigned projects and self-identify projects;

able to multi-task projects, assist in prioritization and allocating effort accordingly. The incumbent is able to solve complex problems, take initiatives, identifies creative solutions, have scientific curiosity and deep understanding of relevant science.

In addition, the incumbent is able to communicate cross groups and within cross functional teams, has persuasive writing and oral communication skills.

The incumbent closely collaborate with R&D, clinical, and non-clinical colleagues to fulfill bioanalysis for clinical, non-clinical and R&D studies.

Principal Responsibilities

Engage in development and research projects independently, perform relevant testing / assays

Engage in assay development and validation activities

Perform relevant testing / assays and documentation for clinical and non-clinical study samples under GLP regulation; make detailed observations and documentation

Performs development and / or research in collaboration with others independently

Support other departments with testing and assay development as needed

Perform LIMS and LIMS associated activities regarding sample, reagent and data inventory and tracking when it is needed

Investigates, creates and develops new methods and technologies for project advancement independently

Train employees on relevant laboratory techniques, SOPs, etc. as needed

Maintains high level of professional expertise through familiarity with scientific literature

Use professional concept and company’s policies and procedures to solve complex problems in creative and effective ways

Able to demonstrate potential for technical proficiency, scientific creativity, and collaboration with others and independent thought.

Able to work on problems independently in which analysis of situation or data requires a review of identifiable factors.

Excises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action

Principal bioanalytical investigator or study director for non-clinical and clinical studies

May participate in scientific conferences and contribute to scientific journals

Adhere to GLP / GCP guidelines

Operate all basic laboratory equipment and complex instruments

Maintain laboratory and laboratory equipment / instrumentation. Order laboratory supplies / equipment as needed

Qualifications

Ph.D. in a relevant scientific field with a minimum of 0-3 years of biotechnology-related experience; may include post-doctoral experience;

MS degree in relevant biological science field with a minimum of 8-11+ years of experience; BS degree relevant biological field with a minimum of 11+ years of experience

Good understanding of bioanalytical assay development, validation, and associated data analysis

Working knowledge of regulatory guidance documents that pertain to the bioanalytical discipline

Good writing and oral communication skills

Hands-on bench experiments and data analyses

Independently plan, design, execute and analyze all own work

Contribute to assigned projects, and able to self-identify projects

Able to multi-task projects, and prioritizes and allocates effort

Can solve complex problems

Take initiatives and identify creative solutions

Good writing and oral communication skills

Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Education

Ph.D., MS or BS degree in relevant biological science field

Date Posted

18-Sep-2024

Closing Date

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