Principal Scientist

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Principal Scientist

Take the lead in shaping the future of immunology at a fast-growing biotech company! As a Principal Scientist, you will have the chance to drive innovation and breakthroughs in the field by leveraging your expertise and passion. With your knowledge and dedication, you will play a critical role in the company’s growth and success, helping to advance the cutting-edge research and development in the dynamic world of biotech.

Function:

Reporting to the Associate Director, Scientific Operations, and working closely with the laboratory personnel, the Principal Scientist will work within a team focusing on the characterization of the cellular and humoral immune response, using various types of assays such as flow cytometry (phenotyping, receptor occupancy, phosflow, ICS, etc) ELISPOT, ELISA, and viral neutralization tests.

Responsibilities include:

• Overseeing experimental design of flow cytometry, ELISPOT and antibody-based assays through generation of study-specific workplans and supporting documentation;
• Overall conduct of studies in different immune-therapeutic areas, acting as primary contact to the client for communication of study progress;
• Ensures that timelines and milestones are met and are in line with company objectives;
• Data interpretation, report generation and presentation of results to clients.

Profile of the applicant:

The applicant must hold a doctorate degree in life science, with strong knowledge of immunology, and preferably with post-doctoral experience (or equivalent). Experience in the industry is a strong asset.

The applicant must:

• Demonstrate excellent communication and organizational skills;
• Be abreast of latest immune monitoring methodologies;
• Have an excellent knowledge and understanding of GCLP regulations and other regulatory guidelines sufficient to carry out GCLP regulated studies and apply good documentation practices (GDP);
• Experience in assay validation is an asset;
• Be proficient with analysis software;
• Be fluent in English (written & spoken) and able to functionally communicate in French;
• Be willing to travel mainly within Europe and occasionally to other continents.

Offer:

• Full time permanent contract.
• Diversified tasks and responsibilities and interesting projects.
• A professional, dynamic and stimulating work environment.
• Development opportunities.
• A competitive salary package including benefits, adapted to your experience and the context.

Benefits:

CellCarta is made up of dedicated professionals who are focused on achieving our mission of impacting the future of patient therapy. We make a difference in the lives of patients around the world!

We offer a wide range of benefits including:

• Competitive wages
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401k retirement savings plan with a healthy match
• Vacation and sick time
• Career development opportunities
• Continuing education

About Us:

CellCarta is a rapidly growing, stable company. We are a leading provider of pre-clinical and clinical trial services to pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies. Our laboratory service offerings include immunohistochemistry, FISH, CTC isolation and characterization, chemosensitivity testing, tissue procurement, flow cytometry, ELISA, mutation testing, cell expansion, and colony-forming assays. CellCarta is a CLIA-licensed and CAP-accredited laboratory, and we perform studies in compliance with the relevant portions of Good Laboratory and Good Clinical Practices.

Join us as we make an impact on the future of patient therapy!