Associate Assay Development Scientist - Histopathology

CellCarta; Antwerpen; Hybrid; EUR 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal vouchers

Public transport reimbursement

Bike leasing

Job summary

CellCarta in Belgium is hiring an Associate Assay Development Scientist to join a dynamic Assay Development Unit. You will support the optimization and validation of IHC, RISH, FISH, and CTC assays used in clinical trials.

You will collaborate with stakeholders, coordinate project activities, ensure quality and regulatory compliance, and contribute to successful assay development. A Master's degree in Life Sciences and strong English writing skills are required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Life Sciences (preferred Biology, Biomedical Sciences, Bioengineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or Biochemistry).
• Proficiency in histology basics and automated immunohistochemical techniques.
• Strong written and oral English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Assay Development team across all project phases, including design, scheduling, tracking, data analysis and report preparation.
• Coordinate smooth transition of scheduled experiments to the lab; role focuses on supporting execution rather than hands-on work.
• Engage with internal stakeholders to ensure clear, timely, and transparent communication.
• Proactively anticipate issues, provide updates, and collaborate to meet project goals.
• Ensure compliance with quality and regulatory standards for intended use.

Skills

Strong communication

Organization

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Life Sciences

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Are you looking to make your next career move? CellCarta, a CRO, is hiring an Associate Assay Development Scientist to join our dynamic team. As an Associate Assay Development Scientist, you will have the opportunity to use your expertise and skills to ensure that our services meet the highest industry standards. Come work with a team of talented individuals who are committed to making a positive impact on human health and well-being.

Position Summary

The Assay Development Unit is responsible for the optimization and validation of high-quality (single and multiplex) IHC, RISH, FISH, and CTC assays for use in clinical trials. As an Associate Assay Development Scientist, you will collaborate with the Assay Development team and other internal stakeholders (such as Laboratory Operations, QA, RA, and the Clinical Sample Testing Unit) throughout all stages of the development and validation process.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Assay Development team throughout all phases of a project, including start-up, experimental design, scheduling, tracking development and validation activities, evaluating immunohistochemically stained images, data analysis, and report preparation
• Coordinate the smooth transition of scheduled experiments to the laboratory. While this role does not include hands-on experimental work, it plays a key role in supporting laboratory execution
• Engage proactively with internal stakeholders to ensure clear, timely, and transparent communication
• Anticipate potential issues, provide regular updates, and collaborate effectively to meet project-specific objectives
• Ensure compliance with relevant quality and regulatory standards for the intended use

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in Life Sciences (preferably Biology, Biomedical Sciences, Bioengineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or Biochemistry)
• Basic knowledge of histology and automated immunohistochemical techniques
• Strong computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
• Advanced command of the English language, along with outstanding writing and communication skills
• Ability to rapidly learn and apply knowledge in previously unfamiliar areas
• Excellent organizational skills, including time management, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize tasks efficiently
• Demonstrates a high quality of work, including accuracy, timeliness, professionalism, and thoroughness
• Analytical, problem-solving, and results-oriented mindset
• Strong interpersonal skills, diplomacy, a collaborative mindset, and effective communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong background in histology, histopathology, and/or microscopy

Work Arrangements

• Full-time position (38 hours per week), Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with a hybrid work arrangement requiring 2-3 days of onsite attendance per week
• Location: Sint-Bavostraat 78, 2610 Antwerpen (Wilrijk), Belgium

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 9 additional CellCarta Days (prorated based on full-time or part-time status)
• Meal vouchers (€8 per working day)
• Net allowance
• DKV hospitalization insurance
• Group insurance plan with employer contributions
• Bike leasing after six months of service
• Public transportation reimbursement or bicycle/car allowance
• Career advancement opportunities

About CellCarta

CellCarta is a global CRO that provides muti-omic pharma laboratory services though a harmonized global footprint and integrated logistics, spanning translational research through late phase clinical trials. At CellCarta, science is not just a discipline, but also a shared purpose. We’re a global team of experts across eight facilities in five countries, united by a commitment to propel precision medicine and make a difference in the lives of patients around the world!

Joining CellCarta means working with a team of dedicated professionals who are focused on achieving our mission to solve the scientific and operational barriers that hold back complex clinical programs, while being supported by a collaborative environment where expertise, curiosity, and contributions truly matter.