Associate Assay Development Scientist

CellCarta

Wilrijk or Antwerp, Belgium

Are you looking for an exciting new opportunity? CellCarta, a renowned Contract Research Organization, is actively seeking a highly skilled and motivated Associate Assay Development Scientist to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will play a pivotal role in building out our company's assay development strategy, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and driving continuous improvement. Join us and collaborate with a team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about advancing patient therapy and making a real difference in the world. Apply today!

Summary

Reporting to the Sr. Assay Development Scientist, the Associate Assay Development Scientist is responsible for the optimization and validation of high quality (single and multiplex) IHC, RISH, FISH assays for use in clinical trials. They will support the assay development team during all stages of the development and validation process.

Responsibilities

Assist the assay development scientist with the design, scheduling and status follow-up of the development and validation experiments. This will not involve any experimental activities in the lab, but you will have to assure a proper transition of the scheduled experiments to the laboratory (i.e. compilation of structured and transparent experimental protocols, knowledge of the technology and platforms).
Performing routine data analysis (e.g. analysis of immunohistochemically stained images, defining regions of interest in (tumor) tissue sections, qualitatively evaluate staining and overall assay performance, etc.) through the various phases of development under supervision of assay development scientist.
Preparation of project related documentation (development and validation plan), including literature study.
Reporting data for presentation and/or documentation in a ready format to the assay development scientist.
Communicating with internal stakeholders to update the progress of the assay development, to elucidate problems and discuss the options to deliver high-quality assays within the set timelines.

Education

Professional Bachelor (Medical, Pharmaceutical or Biomedical laboratory technologies, Biochemistry), or Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Life Science (preferably Biology, Biomedical Sciences, Bioengineering, Pharmaceutical sciences, Biochemistry).

Main Requirements

A profound knowledge of immunohistochemistry and other related techniques and/or histopathology is preferred.
Solid basis in histology/histopathology and/or microscopy is an asset
Strong computer skills and significant experience with Microsoft Excel, Powerpoint and Word are required.
Experience with image analysis software (Visiopharm, HALO, …) and digital imaging is a plus.
Advanced command of the English language and outstanding writing and communication skills.
Ability to rapidly learn and apply knowledge in previously unfamiliar areas.
You are highly organized, and able to manage and prioritize multiple projects.
Methodically, meticulously and demonstrate quality of work including accuracy, timeliness, professionalism and thoroughness.
Analytical, problem solving and result-oriented mind.
You are social, diplomatic, a team player and a strong communicator.

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