Scientist

ZipRecruiter; Greater Toronto Area; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A global healthcare leader is seeking a Scientist to contribute to innovative treatments. This full-time contract role involves leading research projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Candidates should have a Ph.D. and relevant industry experience.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, or healthcare industry.
• Understanding of drug discovery and development processes.
• Proficiency in cell culture and assay development.

Responsibilities

• Design and oversee experimental studies for drug discovery.
• Generate and analyze scientific data for actionable recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines and quality standards.

Skills

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Communication

Education

Ph.D. in Science

Tools

Laboratory techniques

Job description

Job Description

Introduction

We are currently hiring a Scientist for a global healthcare leader focused on discovering, developing, and delivering innovative treatments that enhance and save lives. This is a full-time contract role with the possibility of extension or becoming permanent that involves contributing to scientific research and development projects, leading experimental studies, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Design, execute, and oversee experimental studies to meet project objectives.
• Develop, optimize, and validate methodologies to support drug discovery, development, and manufacturing.
• Generate, analyze, and interpret high-quality scientific data, providing actionable recommendations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project milestones are achieved within timelines.
• Review technical reports, regulatory submissions, and publications.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory guidelines (e.g., Health Canada, FDA, ICH) and quality standards.
• Support audits and inspections by providing technical expertise and required documentation.
• Drive innovation by identifying and implementing new technologies, methodologies, or research opportunities.
• Establish and maintain collaborations with academic, clinical, and industry partners to advance scientific goals.
• Present findings at internal and external meetings, conferences, and industry forums.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Science with 2-3 years of pharmaceutical, biotech, or healthcare industry experience.
• Comprehensive understanding of drug discovery and development processes, including preclinical or clinical stages.
• Proficiency in laboratory techniques such as cell culture, assay development, and analytical methods.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and quality standards.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Proven ability to lead projects and work collaboratively in multidisciplinary environments.

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