Analytical Scientist

Title: Scientist II Bioanalytical DevelopmentLocation: New Haven, CTJob Duration: 12 Months+ Possible ExtensionShift: Standard ShiftJob Description:The Scientist II position is a technical and managerial position. The primary responsibilities include:Lead an inter-department project or initiative involving other contributors.Design and execution of innovative scientific experiments for development, validation, and implementation of robust bioanalytical methods on various technology platforms in clinical and nonclinical study samples.Develop and implement new and Client protocols to address specific issues and/or troubleshoot and improve current existing assay platforms towards being more robust and transferable.The position also requires critical thinking skills with an ability to integrate data and information to solve complex problems to advance drug discovery and development programs.Principal Responsibilities:Function as a subject matter expert in Bioanalytical method development adhering to GLP/GCP guidelinesDrive the bioanalytical innovation by improving the quality and efficiency of method development and lab operationServe as part of the BA sub-team, working with Bioanalytical project led to support discovery or development projects for method qualification/validation, data reporting, and interpretation of issues associated with the bioanalytical resultsTransfer qualified and fit-for-purpose assays to CROs and serve as the primary point of contact for assay transfer and troubleshooting of technical assay issues within project specified timelinesIntegrate quality standards to ensure that bioanalytical data is fit-for-purpose (e.g., GLP compliance at CROs for regulated analyses)Qualifications:Ph.D. in Life Sciences or related field with 8 years of relevant laboratory experience or Bachelors/master’s degree in relevant scientific discipline with 15+ years relevant laboratory experienceGood understanding of bioanalytical assay development, validation, and associated data analysisWorking knowledge of regulatory guidance documents that pertain to the bioanalytical disciplineExperience with immunoanalytical methods, LCMS based methods and cell culture technique-based assays for discovery supportExperience performing method development using Design of Experiments (DOE) and lab automationExperience in organizing and managing multiple bioanalytical projects in the laboratory settingScientifically independent - design, execute, analyze, interpret results, and reaches correct conclusions.Experience in transferring assays to CROs, monitoring development/validation, and sample analysisManaging colleagues, working effectively in project teams and providing technical input to colleaguesCan lead an inter-department project or initiative involving other contributorsSome duties of this role are conducted in an lab environment. As is typical of a lab-based role, employees must be able, with or without an accommodation to: lift/carry 15/30 pounds unassisted/assisted; work comfortably in a controlled environment with and around biological, infectious, and hazardous materials; gown/degown PPE; use a computer; engage in communications via phone, video, and electronic messaging; engage in problem solving and non-linear thought, analysis, and dialogue; collaborate with others; maintain general availability during standard business hours.