Senior Scientist

Synexa Life Sciences; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Scientific Advisor to develop and optimize bioanalytical assays. This role involves leading projects, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring compliance with the latest regulatory standards. You'll work in a dynamic environment that values innovation and teamwork, contributing to impactful healthcare solutions. Join a company that prioritizes your professional growth with training opportunities and a clear career path. Embrace a flexible working culture and be part of a team that is making a global difference in patient outcomes.

Benefits

Competitive market salaries

Discretionary bonus

Training and Development opportunities

Career path for promotion

Flexible working options

Annual leave benefits

Employee engagement surveys

Social events

Medical aid contributions

Family friendly leave

Qualifications

• Experience with bioanalytical methods and laboratory SOPs is essential.
• Strong knowledge of GLP, GCP, and GMP regulations is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and troubleshoot bioanalytical assays for clinical trials.
• Provide scientific mentorship and oversee junior team members.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines and internal procedures.

Skills

GLP knowledge

GCP knowledge

GMP knowledge

Bioanalytical methods

Project teamwork

Written English proficiency

Education

Applicable education

Tools

Laboratory SOPs

Computerized systems

Job description

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Job Purpose:

Develop, optimise, and troubleshoot different bioanalytical and biomarker assays associated with the conduct of clinical trials, ensuring scientific objectives and timelines are met and providing leadership to junior team members. Provide advisory expertise surrounding fee-for-service analyses of biological samples (e.g. blood, saliva, stool, urine, bacteria, etc), as well as participate in analyses when required. Provide training on internal processes and procedures, as well as equipment, as well as be proactively involved in the maintenance and streamlining of internal processes and procedures. Provide guidance on appropriate validation parameters, based on latest regulatory requirements and white papers.

Main Responsibilities:

Laboratory & Scientific Duties

• Assumes the responsibility of Scientific Advisor (SA) on projects and ensures scientific continuity between the different studies within one project.
• Acts as the Synexa-defined Analytical Project Manager (APM).
• Can assume the responsibility of Responsible Scientist (RS) or Study Lead (SL) when necessary.
• Oversee the work of others (Research Associates/Scientists) - assists in capacity and reagent planning and inventory as needed.
• Assists in the development and validation of bioanalytical tests to meet the company or client's needs as per SOPs, latest regulatory guidelines and white papers.
• Assists where needed on clinical sample analysis.
• Assist with revision of data generated, in terms of scientific rationale applied, and interpretation and communication of said data with clients.
• Assists in preparing guidance and reporting documents for projects (Lab Manual, VPP, MDP, SAP, SAR etc).
• Troubleshooting when required: doing literature research and sharing solutions.
• Regular sharing of knowledge and providing input on training.
• Scientific mentorship of more junior staff.
• Odoo planning accurately and efficiently to allow for capacity management and revenue prediction.
• Involvement in pre- and post-contracted phase (e.g., reagent plans, quote review, protocols, out-of-scope work, etc).
• Contributes to keeping up to date with relevant regulatory guidelines and literature.

Ad-hoc

• Write and/or review SOPs and Forms.
• Increased involvement in the chasing of revenue and reaching monthly targets.
• Direct communication with clients.
• Assess systems being used and identify areas for improvement.
• Acts as Equipment Custodian for selected instruments, identifies issues and troubleshoots where needed.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Applicable education.
• Good knowledge of GLP.
• Knowledge of GCP and GMP.
• Knowledge of laboratory SOPs, working methods and laboratory functions in general.
• Knowledge of bioanalytical methods and computerized systems.
• Persistent and independent way of working.
• Ability to work in project teams.
• Adequate knowledge of written English.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive market salaries in each country.
• Discretionary bonus based on performance each year (subject to company performance and budget).
• Training and Development opportunities, ensuring each employee has a personal development plan and identifying relevant courses to improve.
• Identifying a Career path for promotion potential and working with Managers to determine milestones to be achieved.
• Locally applied benefits per country, including annual leave and competitive pension contributions.
• Flexible working options.
• Statutory/Public Holidays - flexible to be taken when chosen or on the actual public holiday.
• Regular employee engagement and wellness surveys.
• Regular communication and engagement through BambooHR announcements and Town Hall meetings.
• Strong applicant tracking system for recruitment and ensuring the onboarding process is an enjoyable experience for all new employees.
• Social events & end of year function.
• Family friendly leave for sick, paternity, maternity and parental.
• For permanent employees we offer medical aid contributions and employee pension contributions.

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