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At Charles River, we are passionate about improving the quality of people’s lives. When you join our global family, you will help create healthier lives for millions of patients and their families.
Charles River employees are innovative thinkers, who are dedicated to continuous learning and improvement. We will empower you with the resources you need to grow and develop in your career.
As a Charles River employee, you will be part of an industry-leading, customer-focused company at the forefront of drug development. Your skills will play a key role in bringing life-saving therapies to market faster through simpler, quicker, and more digitalized processes. Whether you are in lab operations, finance, IT, sales, or another area, when you work at Charles River, you will be the difference every day for patients across the globe.
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Job Summary
We are seeking a Senior Associate Scientist in Clinical Immunoassays within our Immunology, Bioanalysis & Biomarkers department located at Clear Water House on the Heriot Watt University Campus, Riccarton, Edinburgh. Please note this is a 12-month fixed-term contract.
This dynamic team of over 80 researchers supports clients in bringing novel treatments to patients, utilizing techniques across Immunology, Immunochemistry, Cell-Based Assays, and Molecular Biology.
As a scientist in our Clinical BioA team, you will perform studies supporting clinical trials for new pharmaceuticals, focusing on regulatory PK and immunogenicity studies using immunoassays. You should demonstrate proficiency in laboratory techniques, instrument use, method development, validation, and troubleshooting.
You will contribute by managing projects, participating in process improvements, and communicating effectively with colleagues and clients. You will also help diversify our capabilities, collaborate globally, and develop staff scientifically and technically. Occasional travel to meet sponsors and attend conferences may be required.
Minimum requirements include:
* PhD with relevant experience or MSc/BSc with strong industry experience
* Deep understanding of immunoassays
* Knowledge of preclinical and clinical drug development phases
* Desirable: understanding of large molecule PK and immunogenicity assays
* Excellent team, organizational, project management, and communication skills
Salary: £33,272 per annum.
A resume is required for consideration. Please upload it in your profile if not already done.
About Safety Assessment: Charles River expedites preclinical drug development with safety assessment services, state-of-the-art facilities, and regulatory guidance. We conduct around 120 IND programs annually.
About Charles River: A global CRO supporting discovery and safety assessment services, with over 17,000 employees across 90 facilities in 20 countries. We support clients from target identification through preclinical development, including clinical testing and manufacturing. Our work has contributed to ~85% of FDA-approved drugs in 2019.
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