Design and execute experiments for method development in flow cytometry and ligand binding assays. Provide scientific leadership through mentoring junior staff, reviewing data, and communicating project status to clients and management.
Requirements summary
Requires a BS in Science with 5-7 years of laboratory experience, or a preferred MS/PhD in a relevant scientific field. Must be fluent in English and possess strong technical expertise in flow cytometry and regulated laboratory environments.
Senior Research Scientist- Onsite, Lenexa, KS- Full-Time; Flow Cytometry ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster.
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FACSDiva, FCS express) Experience with Spectral Flow Method Development Designs and executes experiments for method development under supervision or independently depending on level Develops new scientific approaches to method development and communicates these to the global science team Depending on level the scientist may: Mentor more junior scientists and advise operation on developed methods Reviews and approves data of other scientists Communicate with team members and management regarding project status, purpose, scheduling, problems, etc.
Communicate and/or participate in communication with clients regarding project status.
Scientific Maintain knowledge and skill in all techniques where you perform your work.
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Provide scientific input to management and BD about new technology investments and lines of service.
Discusses scientific results with sponsors together with project manager Promotes ICON/PRA utilizing their scientific skills through scientific communication such as external publication of posters and journal articles.
Perform R&D projects Training of technicians on technical aspects Mentor and train staff on scientific topics Quality and Timely Work Execution Takes initiative in process development and SOP/WI writing Legible, logical and reproducible documentation of all experimentation Has a thorough understanding and complies with GLP and other appropriate regulations Develops rugged and economical assays Performs data review of other scientist’s work Sample Analysis and Assay Validation Provides key assay input to the validation and bioanalysis team(s) to ensure successful execution Assay troubleshooting May perform and document maintenance, trouble-shooting and repairs on advanced instrumentation with support of service engineers or other trained supervisory personnel.
Qualifications Read, write and speak fluent English BS in Science + 5-7 years of experience in a relevant laboratory field MS or PhD with applicable research in a relevant scientific field preferred Presenter/Publisher in Regulated relevant field preferred The level offered will be dependent on relevant experience and education Benefits of Working in ICON: Our success depends on the quality of our people.
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