Black Swans Exist | Recruiting talents for life science companies 

You Want 

To use your extensive expertise and take the unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge new drug development as Senior Scientist. You want to participate in clinical studies and play an important role in leading and conducting research activities and changing lives for the better. You find joy in designing and validating bioanalytical assays and thrive using your knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry to ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines.  

You Will 

Take on a pivotal role where you will lead and oversee the development and validation of cutting-edge bioanalytical methods and technologies. Your expertise will be essential in ensuring strict adherence to GCP guidelines, regulatory requirements, and project timelines. As part of your responsibilities, you will design and implement bioanalytical PK, biomarker, and ADA assays, managing all aspects from method development to validation and reporting. Your keen analytical skills will allow you to interpret and analyze validation data, while also preparing scientific protocols and reports for our valued customers. Guiding and mentoring junior scientists, you will foster a collaborative and innovative work environment.  You will be instrumental in maintaining compliance with quality control procedures, as well as writing and updating SOPs, all while adhering to relevant laboratory standards, as well as keeping up with the latest advancements in your field. Your scientific collaboration with customers will ensure regulatory compliance in clinical studies, while evaluating new business requests and providing optimal solutions to meet customer needs.  

You’ll Join  

A prestigious and dynamic company that takes pride in being a key player in the field of bioanalytics. As part of a big organization, this company has earned a solid reputation as a trusted and preferred partner for executing clinical trials across Europe. With specialized laboratories located in several European countries, you will be at the forefront of driving effective patient treatment decisions through high-quality analyses for both non-clinical and clinical studies, along with companion diagnostics testing. With a “Care Big” motto, you will join a team where employee satisfaction is valued and your personal and professional growth supported.  

You Have 

• A Ph.D. in a relevant scientific discipline (e.g., biochemistry, pharmacology, analytical chemistry) or equivalent industry experience 
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in assay development and validation, preferably in a pharmaceutical or CRO setting 
• Strong knowledge and working experience with GCP guidelines, regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, GLP, ISO), and industry best practices 
• Expertise in a wide range of bioanalytical techniques, including immunoassays, qPCR, and other relevant methodologies 
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail and the ability to troubleshoot technical issues 
• Strong language (English) and communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively present complex scientific concepts to diverse audiences 
• The ability to work independently, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and prioritize tasks effectively