Scientist - LBA - Top Pharma

On behalf of one of the top 3 Pharma companies who are looking for a Scientist, on a contract basis for at least 6 months to be based in Basel. This is a chance to be a part of one of the largest pharmaceutical companies in the world, where extensions are expected allowing you to gain exposure with a reputable name and ultimately build further value for your profile. This is a contract with guaranteed working hours of 40 hours per week.

General Tasks:

• Design, develop, qualify and implement bioanalytical assays for PK, TK, PD and ADA assessment supporting various modalities such as biologics, oligonucleotides and cell and gene therapy platforms using adequate technics.
• Support other bench scientists with troubleshooting for flow cytometry and cell based assays
• Deliver high quality data within defined timelines and aligned to current industry expectations.
• Complete study sample analysis and draft the bioanalytical report in support of urgent project requests.

Education/Experience:

• M.S. or Ph.D. in biology, chemistry or biochemistry with minimum 3 years of relevant lab experience in a pharmaceutical, CRO or related industry.
• Hands-on experience with the development of flow cytometry, cell based and ligand binding assays with an understanding of a broad range of bioanalytical platforms.

MUST: experience with ligand binding assays

• Ability to work in a team and influence decisions based on results.
• Analytical thinking, endurance and willingness to accept responsibility.
• Ability to deliver high quality results under time pressure.
• Fluent English (read, written and spoken).
• Strong understanding of immunoassay and good knowledge/skills in PK/PD and Immunogenicity.
• General understanding of related bioanalytical techniques, PK/PD modeling, drug metabolism, toxicology and clinical pharmacology

Contact me on D.Watson@nonstopconsulting.com or +41 435 080 817, please send your CV in word format OR if this does not sound like the opportunity for you, but you are a Contract professional within the pharmaceutical, medical device or biotech industry, please feel free to get in touch, to see other opportunities we may have within this field.

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