Scientist: Diagnostic Development

Scientist: Diagnostics Development - Contract - Onsite

Proclinical is seeking a Scientist: Diagnostic Development to join a global biopharmaceutical company. This is a contract role located in New Haven, CT.

Skills & Requirements:

• Ph.D. in life sciences, physical sciences, bioengineering or related field with 2+ years of biotech, biopharmaceutical or academic R&D experience in assay, platform and technology development
• Experience in developing and optimizing biomarker assays and diagnostic tests, including but not limited to immunoassays (ELISA, Luminex, Quanterix), molecular assays (qPCR, isothermal, nucleic acid hybridization) or cell-based assays (Microscopy, FACS)
• Experience in upstream sample processing techniques (tissue, cultured cells, biological fluids such as whole blood, plasma, serum, urine etc.)
• Experience in bioconjugation, microbead chemistry, ligand binding assay and related nanobiotechnology
• Working knowledge in traditional and advanced biomarker and diagnostic methodologies, platforms, technologies and techniques
• Working knowledge in fluorescence, luminescence and electrochemical measurements
• Knowledge in diagnostic test development, from biomarker development to regulatory approval
• Knowledge in medical device development
• Must be eligible to work in the US.

The Scientist: Diagnostics Development will:

• Designing and executing proof-of concept experiments to support multiple programs
• Developing and optimizing bioassays and tests
• Independently analyzing experimental data, performing literature reviews, proposing and executing experiments to support diagnostic development timelines and decisions
• Solving difficult complex problems using innovative and practical ideas and workflows
• Developing and authoring lab SOPs and protocols
• Adopting or developing new technologies, methodologies and platforms to improve or expand current testing capabilities
• Working closely and managing projects with contract research organizations (CROs)
• Cultivating a collaborative environment with experts from cross-functional teams
• Maintaining high standards of professional accountability, quality, and compliance

If you are having difficulty in applying or if you have any questions, please contact Shannon Briggs at (+1) 215-531-6914 or s.briggs@proclinical.com.

Proclinical is a specialist employment agency and recruitment business, providing job opportunities within major pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device companies.

Proclinical Staffing is an equal opportunity employer.

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