Do you have a PhD in molecular science? We are looking for you!
Job description
Our client in Leuven is a CRO. We provide clinical development services to the biotechnology, pharmaceutical and medical device industries. Our mission is to accelerate the global development of safe and effective medical therapeutics through its scientific and disciplined approach. We leverage local regulatory and therapeutic expertise across all major areas including oncology, cardiology, metabolic disease, endocrinology, central nervous system, anti-viral and anti-infective. We are looking for a Molecular Scientist
Responsibilities
- Monitor laboratory operations in order to verify that accurate, precise, and reliable data are being generated for clinical trials;
- Interact with corporate leadership, scientific liaison, project management, administration, government agencies, accrediting agencies, and potential sponsors/clients to gain information and knowledge required to make appropriate business and/or operational recommendations and decisions;
- Participate in general capabilities and bid defense meetings with sponsor;
- Ability to troubleshoot technical issues related to quantitate PCR, Sanger sequencing and Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) runs and subsequent data analysis;
- Ability to meet aggressive timelines (e.g., validation, database lock etc.);
- Routine molecular data analysis, review, and approval of clinical reports with specific timelines;
- Develop and conduct training within molecular genomics;
- Maintaining instrument compliance with 21 CFR Part 11;
- Review and write Validation Plans/Reports/SOPs;
Profile
- PhD in Laboratory Medicine, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry/Biotechnology, Clinical Pathology or other similar area;
- 2-3 years of experience in molecular assay design, assay development in a clinical diagnostics environment or a translational research laboratory.
- Experience with analysis of qPCR, Sanger sequencing and NGS data is required;
- Strong knowledge of viral load and viral shedding is preferred.
- Excellent record keeping and organization skills are required;
- Analytical Method Validation experience is preferred;
- Previous experience in a central lab environment is preferred;
- Experience with human samples is preferred.
- Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively interact with and influence stakeholders, both internally and externally, are required.
- Excellent capacity to work in a team setting is required.
- Existing right to work in Europe required.
Job Offer
- Perm position in an international and growing company!
Vacancy number: 21934
