Scientist (Phyisco-Chemical Methods)

Analytical Sciences for Biologicals - Scientist

Department: Analytical Sciences for Biological department
Group: "Physico-Chemical Method Development" team located in Brabant-Wallon

Laboratory activity:
This team develops and validates physico-chemical methods from early clinical phases to commercial. This team provides internal and external partners with fit for purpose analytical methods for all phases of development of biological products.

The main activities of this position will be:
- design experiments
- perform daily laboratory activities related to method development, validation, transfers
- contribute to release and stability testing related to the project as appropriate
- prepare documentation (procedures, protocols, reports)
- analyse results
- verify data
- present/discuss results in project team meetings

All these activities will be performed in compliance with the GMP/HSE rules and with the regulatory requirements for each development phase of the product.

Profile:
- PhD/university degree in biochemistry or in analytical chemistry
- proven expertise as a scientist preferably in the biotech industry
- expertise in analytical chromatographic techniques applied to proteins
- expertise in other techniques applied to proteins eg gel/capillary electrophoresis, ELISA.
- expertise in method development and validation
- good knowledge of protein chemistry
- strong and proven laboratory skills
- interpersonal skills to communicate and maintain good working relationships within the team and with internal/external partners
- ability to author and approve comprehensive and accurate procedures, protocols and reports
- ability to work in a Matrix and customer-oriented environment
- understanding of regulatory requirements and of GMP, a plus
- good written English level (oral a plus)