- Company Name
- CellCarta
- Job Title
- Development Scientist
- Job Description
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**Job Title:** Development Scientist
**Role Summary:**
Lead the design, development, and validation of cell‑based, immunoassay, and biochemical assay platforms (e.g., flow cytometry, spectral flow, CyTOF, ELISpot, ELISA, MSD, single‑cell genomics). Serve as a technical and scientific resource for assay teams, ensure compliance with GLP/GCLP, and collaborate cross‑functionally to deliver high‑quality data and reports.
**Expectations:**
- Deliver R&D projects on schedule and communicate any delays promptly.
- Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of immunology, assay technologies, and regulatory standards.
- Produce clear, concise documentation, reports, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
- Train and mentor laboratory staff on complex methodologies.
- Adhere to health‑safety and biosafety (BSL‑1/2) protocols.
**Key Responsibilities:**
- Lead development and optimization studies for novel assay methods.
- Design, execute, and troubleshoot experiments; document all activities per SOPs, GLP, and GCLP.
- Perform comprehensive data analysis, interpretation, and generate scientific reports.
- Present results to clients and project teams in a professional manner.
- Write, review, and maintain assay SOPs and method documentation.
- Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to integrate assays into broader projects.
- Provide training on advanced techniques (flow cytometry, spectral flow, CyTOF, etc.).
**Required Skills:**
- Strong expertise in flow cytometry (conventional and spectral), cell sorting, and data analysis of multi‑color panels.
- Experience with mass cytometry (CyTOF) and immunoassays (ELISA, MSD) including development and validation.
- Proficiency with third‑party flow data analysis software and Microsoft Office.
- Knowledge of modern immunology, immune monitoring, and related literature.
- Understanding of GLP/GCLP regulations and biosafety requirements.
- Excellent written and verbal communication in English (French a plus).
- Critical, creative thinker with strong problem‑solving abilities.
- Strong interpersonal skills, team orientation, and time‑management capability.
**Required Education & Certifications:**
- M.Sc. in a pharmaceutical, biotech, or CRO assay development field **or** Ph.D. in life sciences (immunology, virology, molecular biology preferred).
- Demonstrated experience in assay development and validation.
- Familiarity with GLP/GCLP guidelines; formal certification not mandatory but advantageous.