Description
ICON is seeking a Senior Research Scientist to play a crucial role in designing, conducting, and analyzing complex clinical research studies. You will leverage your expertise to drive innovative research initiatives, develop scientific protocols, and collaborate across departments to ensure the successful execution of clinical trials that advance new treatments and therapies.
Method Development
- Independently design and execute experiments for LBA method development.
- Develop new scientific approaches to method development and communicate these to the global science team.
- Mentor more junior scientists and advise operations on developed methods.
- Ensure organised and effective communication with the internal team and management, and with clients regarding project status, scheduling, barriers, etc.
Scientific
- Provide scientific input to management and BD about new technology investments and lines of service.
- Drive new business by consulting with sponsors on assay requirements for new projects.
- Promote ICON utilising scientific skills through scientific communication such as external publication of posters and journal articles.
- Mentor and train staff on scientific topics.
Quality and Timely Work Execution
- Take initiative in process development and SOP/WI writing.
- Have a thorough understanding and comply with GLP and other appropriate regulations.
- Develop rugged and economical assays.
- Perform data review of other scientist's work.
Sample Analysis and Assay Validation
- Provide key assay input to the validation and bioanalysis team(s) to ensure successful execution.
- Provide support to Laboratory Operations staff regarding assay quality, expected results, troubleshooting, and data review.
- May perform and document maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on advanced instrumentation with support of service engineers or other trained supervisory personnel.
Your Profile
- PhD with applicable research in a relevant scientific field and 2+ years of CRO experience
- OR MS or BS in Science and 10+ years of experience in a relevant laboratory environment
- Extensive experience in clinical research design, data analysis, and interpretation, with a strong publication record.
- Presenter/Publisher in Regulated relevant field preferred.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a commitment to scientific excellence.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
Rewards & Benefits
- Competitive base salary and performance-related incentives
- Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable
- Retirement and pension plans
- Life assurance and disability coverage
- Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources
- Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways