Technical Specialist - Aerosol R&D
- Employer
- Labcorp
- Location
- Harrogate, United Kingdom
- Salary
- Competitive
- Start date
- 11 Sep 2019
- Closing date
- 11 Oct 2019
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- Discipline
- Medical Affairs, Scientific Advisor
- Hours
- Full Time
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Experience Level
- Experienced (non-manager)
Job Details
As a Technical Specialist, you will assist the research and assess the feasibility of new methods for current study designs with in our Aerosol R&D section within the Genetic Toxicology department. You will be the scientific and technical expert as well as provide operational support for the method development and validation carried out within the laboratory. Other duties include:
- Accountability for overall accuracy, timeliness, completeness and soundness of scientific and technical judgement for all operational work performed
- Maintain, clean and calibrate equipment used for method development/validation processes
- Perform laboratory procedures, and any other related duties as assigned
- Act as a specialist in technical aspects for standard and non-standard assays within chosen scientific discipline
- Perform assays (standard and non-standard) as required in assigned area(s))
- Works with Project Lead/team members to conduct and co-ordinate method development, validation and non-study work
- Maintains study data, method development and validation documentation in compliance with regulatory guidelines
- Score (where appropriate) and generates assay end point data \u2013 produce, format, assess validity and interpret any data generated during the course of study/method validation work.
- Develop ability to recommend further work based on results obtained during method development and validation work
- Communicate data/findings to Project Lead
- Acts as end user/SME for software validation of new equipment and conducts periodic review as required
About You:
- Newly qualified PhD working in a relevant research field or MSc/Mphil in Genetic Toxicology
- Knowledge of Genetic Toxicology Standard Battery of assays as required by ICH/OECD guidelines.
- Strong scientific background and practical experience
- Excellent organisational and investigative skills
- Communication, teamwork and interpersonal skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- Ability to utilise word-processing software, databases, spreadsheet and specialised software
- Knowledge and understanding of GLP and other regulatory guidelines (OECD, ICH)
What Covance can offer you:
- Competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including health cover and contributorypension
- Unrivalled opportunities to develop a successful career in the scientific industry
- Unsurpassed career development opportunities. With the support of exceptional people from across the globe and an energized purpose, you will be empowered to own your career journey with mentoring, training and personalized development planning
- Newly qualified PhD working in a relevant research field or MSc/Mphil in Genetic Toxicology
- Knowledge of Genetic Toxicology Standard Battery of assays as required by ICH/OECD guidelines
- Strong scientific background and practical experience.
- Excellent organisational and investigative skills.
- Communication, teamwork and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to utilise word-processing software, databases, spreadsheet and specialised software.
- Knowledge and understanding of GLP and other regulatory guidelines (OECD, ICH).
Company
At Labcorp, we believe in the power of science to change lives. We are a leading global life sciences company that delivers answers for crucial health questions —because we know that knowledge has the potential to make life better for all. Through our unparalleled diagnostics and drug development capabilities, we provide insights and accelerate innovations that not only empower patients and providers but help medical, biotech, and pharmaceutical companies transform ideas into innovations. Here, you can join our more than 70,000 employees, serving clients in more than 100 countries, as we work together to make a real impact on people’s lives. Join us in our pursuit of answers.
- Website
- https://careers.labcorp.com/global/en
- Location
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Maidenhead Office Park
Westacott Way
Littlewick Green
Maidenhead
SL6 3QH
United Kingdom
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