Senior Scientist/Study Manager; in vitro Toxicology and Biological Screening
There is an opportunity for an experienced scientist to join our in vitro toxicology/biological screening team based in Watertown, MA. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and QC of in vitro toxicology and Bioscience studies. The role will also encompass line management and training responsibilities in addition to working closely with other teams at additional Cyprotex facilities in the US and UK.
Experience and knowledge
- MS or PhD trained with 3-5 years industry experience in the field of in vitro biology and assay development.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, team environment with a good appreciation of deadlines and customer service.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- The ability to make decisions, troubleshoot and work independently.
- Prior experience working in a CRO a plus.
Principal Accountabilities
- To manage internal in vitro biology projects and client studies ensuring all work is performed to a high standard within expected timelines
- To train and develop staff in experimental and scientific processes and provide scientific direction and line management to staff.
- To manage client studies ensuring all information is communicated effectively to laboratory staff, client requirements are followed and data is returned within specified deadlines and provide expert advice and data interpretation
- To lead and drive the implementation, validation, and development of new assay services and technologies.
- To liaise with external customers to co-ordinate transfer of information and compounds between customer and Cyprotex including contracts for existing customers
- To co-ordinate with the other Principal Scientists to ensure consistent and effective management of internal projects, such as assay development, and external studies.
- To support the business development team by acting as scientific advisor in meetings and teleconferences with potential new and existing customers and assist business development in the preparation of protocols and contracts for new customers.
- To assist development of the business in securing new customers by providing high quality science knowledge to potential customers in addition to raising the scientific profile of Cyprotex.
Skills and Competencies
- In-depth knowledge of High Content Screening (Arrayscan VTI) and other cell based assay platforms
- Some Knowledge of electrophysiology platforms
- Practical experience in Assay Development
- Ability to troubleshoot and find solutions to problems
- Communicates proactively and regularly
- Ability to effectively time manage
- Highly proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and other scientific software