Assay Development Manager Histopathology

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As a global Research Organization to the biopharmaceutical industry, CellCarta (formerly Caprion – HistoGeneX)provides access to a broad offering of biomarker platforms and services. We partner with our clients to address the most complex scientific testing needs, delivering customized biomarker testing solutions to further the limitless potential of precision medicine.

We offer our services on a global scale through our laboratories in USA, Canada, Belgium, China and Australia. Combining expertise in histopathology, immune monitoring, proteomics, genomics and sample logistics, we support pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies in the research and development of innovative new medicines for the treatment of cancer and immune diseases. Working under stringent quality and regulatory requirements, we strive to make a difference in the future treatment options offered to patients.

CellCarta leverages its strong expertise in cancer to support the entire spectrum of biomarker services including biomarker discovery in the research phase, tumor profiling and biomarker monitoring in clinical studies and companion diagnostics registration studies, patient diagnostics and development of new techniques and tests for tumor analysis and prediction of treatment response. The company bridges the gap between research, clinical studies and diagnostics.

We are currently recruiting an Assay Development Manager Histopathology

Department: Assay Development Histopathology

Report to: Kelly Schats

Based in

Wilrijk, Antwerp (Belgium)

Major responsibilities

· As assay development manager you will be responsible for the optimization and validation

of high quality (single and multiplex) IHC, RISH, FISH assays for use in clinical trials..

You will manage basic as well as complex IHC and IF projects that result in adequate

characterization of tissue samples and contribute to the pursuit of therapeutically

relevant biomarkers.

· It is of vast importance that the assay development manager works meticulously on

different aspects of the job: designing experiments, considering the laboratory/technical possibilities,

setup of experiments, gathering and interpretation of results and the implementation of quality checks.

· The assay development manager will write project plans, reports and standard operating procedures compliant to the quality procedures at CellCarta.

· The assay development manager will keep up-to-date with literature and

technical evolution and keeps track of project-specific timelines and costs.

· The assay development manager works closely together with the IHC laboratory (lab technicians)

and the analysis team (pathologists and imaging scientists). Scientific support and smooth cooperation with the other departments is indispensable to reach the set goals.

· Communicate with internal and external stakeholders to update the progress of

the assay development, to elucidate problems and discuss the options to deliver

a high quality assay within the set timelines.

Background

· Master Degree in Science (preferably Biology, Biomedical Sciences, Bioengineering,

Pharmaceutical sciences, Biochemistry).

· A profound knowledge of immunohistochemistry and other related techniques

and/or histo-pathology is preferred.

· Solid basis in histology/histopathology and/or microscopy is an asset.

· You are willing to perform other than routine procedures, to learn,

to make improvements to current work flows, to test and implement new methodologies.

· Strong computer skills and significant experience with Microsoft Excel, Powerpoint and Word.

· Experience with image analysis software (Visiopharm, HALO, …) and digital imaging is a plus.

· Work methodically and meticulously.

· Analytical,problem solving and result-oriented mind.

· Good organizing skills.

· Flexible and able to deal with stress.

· You are willing to work in an international environment.

· You are social, diplomatic, a team player and a strong communicator.

· Fluent in English both written as well as spoken.

· Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

We offer an exciting and challenging full-time position in a multinational environment where customer focus and innovation are key business values. You will join a global CRO where your expertise matters and contributions can be felt. You will receive thorough on-the-job-training.

Dienstverband: Voltijds, Onbepaalde duur

Voordelen:

• Eindejaarsgeschenk
• elektronische maaltijdcheques
• Extra vakantiedagen
• Fietsvergoeding
• gratis hospitalisatieverzekering
• Openbaar vervoer vergoeding

Werkschema:

• ma-vr

Thuiswerken:

• Tijdelijk vanwege COVID-19