Senior Scientist

Calling all Senior Scientists Looking for their next challenge – If you are looking to play a pivotal role in advancing technology and product development initiatives with your expertise then read ahead!

Our client a leader in Biotechnology development, is looking for a skilled and highly motivated scientist to elevate our antibody-based platform technology endeavours. The ideal candidate will thrive in the dynamic intersection of cutting-edge technology and biology research.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare reagents, standards, and control samples.
• Analyse samples using various techniques specific to department.
• Independently design and develop methods.
• Perform method validation or qualification.
• Operate analytical equipment.
• Technical resource for troubleshooting activities; assays and equipment.
• Maintain analytical equipment.
• Review, evaluate, and interpret data results.
• Draft and present posters/presentations.
• Train and mentor lower-level Scientists.
• Collaborate with clients and vendors.
• Ensure lab area is always clean and inspection ready, including removal of lab waste.
• Collaborate across teams, departments, and sites.
• Evaluate and establish processes to improve quality and efficiency.
• Record tasks in accordance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP). Knowledge of regulatory requirements; GLP, GCP, 21CFR Part 11
• Follow applicable SOPs and procedural documents.
• Other tasks as assigned.

What you’ll need to succeed

• Ph.D. in applied physics, physical chemistry, analytical chemistry, optics, or a related field, with at least 5 years of experience leading research projects or teams.
• Alternatively, a Master’s degree may be considered with a substantial track record of experience.
• Ability to motivate and challenge team members in a collaborative setting.
• Familiarity with various optical spectroscopy techniques (e.g., absorption, FTIR, Raman) and spectral interpretation.
• Proficient in statistical methods for experimental design optimization and data analysis, including univariate and multivariate statistical analysis.
• Proven problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot scientific issues using a systematic approach.
• Capability to develop, implement, and launch initiatives related to product changes, new products, and new applications.
• Knowledge of cavity enhanced absorption spectroscopy techniques like ICOS, CRDS, WS-CRDS, OFCEAS, or frequency comb spectroscopy.
• Extensive experience in experimental laboratory work using lasers, detectors, signal processing, and data acquisition (DAQ).