Senior Clinical Pharmacology Analyst Cancer Trials

Newcastle University; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday package

Great pension schemes

Health and wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

Newcastle University is seeking a Senior Scientific Officer/Trials Analyst to manage analytical equipment and coordinate research projects in the Newcastle Cancer Centre Pharmacology Group. The role involves leading assay validation and analyzing clinical samples from national trials, with tasks extending to preclinical work under GCLP guidelines.

Reporting to the Institute Technical Manager and Professor Veal, you will supervise students, develop new analytical methods, and contribute to

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in a relevant subject; a higher degree is desirable.
• Experience in clinical research with independent projects.
• Knowledge of GCLP and lab safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and validation of analytical assays (LC/MS, HPLC).
• Coordinate and manage multiple research projects and trials.
• Provide expert advice on experimental design, feasibility, and validation.
• Liaise with PIs, staff, clinicians, and external collaborators to meet deadlines.
• Train staff and supervise undergraduate and postgraduate students.

Skills

Research expertise

GCLP knowledge

Analytical skills

Chromatographic assays

Education

Degree in a relevant subject

Higher degree desirable

Tools

LC/MS

HPLC

Job description

Newcastle University is seeking a Senior Scientific Officer/Trials Analyst to manage analytical equipment and coordinate research projects in the Newcastle Cancer Centre Pharmacology Group. The role involves leading assay validation and analyzing clinical samples from national trials, with tasks extending to preclinical work under GCLP guidelines.

Reporting to the Institute Technical Manager and Professor Veal, you will supervise students, develop new analytical methods, and contribute to