Scientist - Development / Immunology

**Development Scientist**

**Summary**

The role of a Development Scientist is to develop and implement novel approaches for cell-based assays including, but not limited to, flow cytometry and ELISpot. Equally important, the incumbent has the responsibility to serve as a technical and scientific resource for the assay development team. The Development Scientist will work to establish Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) under Good Laboratory Practices (GLP). She/He is expected to remain current regarding the advances in the field regarding standardization, validation, reagents and in the field of immunology, overseeing experimental testing design.

**Responsibilities**
- Develop new assays for clinical deployment;
- Perform work within specified timelines, proactively communicate any failure to meet timelines;
- When needed, design, execute and document troubleshooting activities;
- Present summaries of analysis results and interpretation in a professional, clear and concise manner to clients and other relevant stakeholders;
- Perform in-depth data analysis and interpretation for each experiment performed;
- Present work internally as required;
- Design, execute method comparison studies for the implementation of novel methods or new technologies;
- Communicate effectively with Principal Scientist assigned to each specific project;
- Support the Principal Scientist assigned to each specific project.

**Education**
- M.Sc. with pharma/biotech/CRO experience or Ph.D. with demonstrated development skills;
**Main Requirements**
- Immunology (human an asset), immune monitoring methodologies;
- Knowledge of non-flow cell-based assays to monitor adaptive and innate immune responses;
- Experience working with third party flow cytometry data analysis packages and Microsoft Office products;
- Knowledge and understanding of GLP regulations and other regulatory guidelines sufficient to carry out GLP studies;
- English and French proficiency (written and spoken) is required.
- Works methodically and systematically
- Critical and creative thinker
- Good team spirit
- Advanced level of understanding and analytical skills to interpret data and draw conclusions
- Communicates clearly and confidently and has excellent interpersonal and teaching skills
- Excellent time management and organizational skills to meet deadlines in a fast-paced, changing environment
- Excellent record keeping, attention to details and commitment to achieve good quality work
- Ability to prepare high-quality reports
- Excellent oral and written communications skills
- Ability to prepare project reports and make internal and client presentations
- Strong troubleshooting skills

**Working Conditions**
- Must be willing to perform duties or supervise activities in Bio Safety Level (BSL) 1 or 2 facilities where biological samples may be either naturally or experimentally infected with potentially hazardous viruses such as HIV, HCV, or CMV
- The role is predominantly conducted in a laboratory setting
- Employee is personally responsible for following Health and Safety guidelines/instruction

**About CellCarta**

CellCarta is a leading provider of specialized precision medicine laboratory services to the biopharmaceutical industry. Leveraging its integrated analytical platforms in immunology, histopathology, proteomics, and genomics, as well as related specimen collection and logistics services, CellCarta supports the entire drug development cycle, from discovery to late-stage clinical trials. The Company operates globally with facilities located in Canada, USA, Belgium, Australia, and China.

Joining CellCarta means working with dedicated professionals who are focused on achieving our mission of impacting the future of patient therapy. We make a difference in the lives of patients around the world

**Join us as we make an impact on patient therapy**

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