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ICON lists this Senior Research Scientist opportunity in lenexa, Kansas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Senior Research Scientist- Onsite, Lenexa, KS- Full-Time; Flow Cytometry
ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster.
As a values-driven organisation, integrity, collaboration, agility, and inclusion are at the heart of how we work and interact with each other, customers, patients and suppliers.
We are excited to be seeking a new Senior Principal Scientist (Sr. Research Scientist) at ICON in Lenexa, Kansas (KS). The Senior Principal Scientist (Sr. Research Scientist) will lead and conduct scientific research aimed at advancing clinical trials and developing innovative therapies. You will manage sponsor programs, shape assay strategies, and provide expertise for new and complex modalities.
We are seeking candidates with proven method development and Spectral Flow Cytometry experience.
What You Will Do:
The Senior Principal Scientist is responsible for method development and validation for testing preclinical and clinical specimens using flow cytometry, and ligand-binding analytical methods. In addition, you will oversee transfer robust flow cytometry methods for further for bioanalytical testing.
Desired Experience (flow cytometry experience required, ligand binding experience preferred):
Flow cytometry Experience with Spectral Flow
Panel design
Gating strategy design
Usage of cytometry software (e.g. FACSDiva, FCS express)
Ligand binding assays ELISA, ECLIA
PK, PD, and immunogenicity
Usage of relevant software (e.g. SoftMax Pro, Watson)
Method Development
Designs and executes experiments for method development
Develops new scientific approaches to method development and communicates these to the global science team
Mentors junior scientists and advises operation on developed methods
Reviews and approves data of other scientists
Communicates with team members and management regarding project status, purpose, scheduling, problems, etc.
Lead communication with clients regarding project status.
Scientific
Maintain knowledge and skill in all techniques where you perform your work.
Provide scientific input to management and BD about new technology investments and lines of service.
Own discussions regarding scientific results with sponsors, together with project manager
Promotes ICON utilizing scientific skills through scientific communication such as external publication of posters and journal articles.
Perform R&D projects
Training of technicians on technical aspects
Mentor and train staff on scientific topics
Quality and Timely Work Execution
Takes initiative in process development and SOP/WI writing
Legible, logical and reproducible documentation of all experimentation
Has a thorough understanding and complies with GLP and other appropriate regulations
Develops rugged and economical assays
Performs data review of other scientist’s work
Sample Analysis and Assay Validation
Provides key assay input to the validation and bioanalysis team(s) to ensure successful execution
Assay troubleshooting
May perform and document maintenance, trouble-shooting and repairs on advanced instrumentation with support of service engineers or other trained supervisory personnel.
Qualifications
Read, write and speak fluent English
Spectral flow cytometry experience
10-15 years of relevant laboratory experience
MS or PhD with applicable research in a relevant scientific field, preferred
Presenter/Publisher in Regulated relevant field, preferred
What ICON can offer you:
Our success depends on the quality of our people. That’s why we’ve made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.
In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of additional benefits. Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and are focused on well-being and work life balance opportunities for you and your family.
Our benefits examples include:
Various annual leave entitlements
A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family’s needs.
Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
Global Employee Assistance Programme, LifeWorks, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialized professionals who are there to support you and your family’s well-being.
Life assurance
Flexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidized travel passes, health assessments, among others.
At ICON, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values. We’re dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. ICON is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know or submit a request here
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