Description:
As a Research Scientist for our Immunogenicity team at the Montreal location, you will serve as a Study Scientist or Principal Investigator responsible for the design, conduct of study related laboratory activities, interpretation and reporting of Laboratory Sciences studies efficiently, profitably and with the maximum scientific quality.
In This Role, Primary Responsibilities Include
- Design, write, review, and edit study plans, amendments and study schedules that define and schedule all study activities;
- Oversee and coordinate all aspects of study related Laboratory Sciences procedures, whether performed within the department or by service departments;
- Prepare analytical procedures and assays;
- Conduct laboratory analysis and all related laboratory activities;
- Analyze scientific problems, troubleshoot analytical methods and technical issues;
- Write scientific documents, review and interpret the raw data;
- Write, review, and edit stand-alone contributing Scientist draft and/or final reports that document all study related procedures and results;
- Prompt verbal or written communications with Study Directors and/or Sponsor on study related business in a timely manner;
- Ensure the accuracy and completeness of project cost estimates;
- Notify the Principal Scientist and/or the Scientific Director of scientist or technical problems as soon as they become apparent.
Key Elements
We are looking for the following minimum qualifications for this role:
- Holder of a Master in Immunology or any other related discipline with a minimum of 3 to 5 years’ experience working in a Scientific position or PhD in Immunology or any biological related discipline;
- Experience in advanced cellular models (including 3D cell cultures and complex MPS), computational biology, and/or innovative technologies.
- Experience with predictive immunogenicity assays, such as MAPPS, proliferation assays, in vitro DC maturation assays, DC-T cells co-culture assays and peripheral tissue equivalent (PTE) is an asset.
- Experience with immunoassay techniques (ELISAs, ECLs, Luminex, flow cytometry, ELISpot) is an asset;
- Outstanding organizational skills;
- Good interpersonal and communication skills;
- Strong problem-solving skills;
- Work with precision, pay attention to detail and strive for quality work.