Associate, Scientific Affairs - Jobs in Richmond, BC

Job Description

Reporting to the Manager, Research & Development, the Associate II plays a key role in the design and development of new bioLytical rapid point of care tests. Working with a high level of independence and autonomy at the project level, the Associate will plan and carry out necessary activities, problem solve, and drive execution towards project goals and department plans*ABOUT BIOLYTICAL*bioLytical Laboratories Inc. is a privately-owned Canadian company focused on the research, development and commercialization of rapid in-vitro medical diagnostics using its proprietary INSTI® technology platform. bioLytical has won several local and industry awards, including BC Exporter of the Year in 2019. We have been named Lifesciences BC’s Growth Stage Med Tech Company of the Year and have been featured on BC’s Fastest Growing Companies four years in a row, including the Globe and Mail’s Fastest Growing Companies list in 2020. bioLytical moved to a significantly larger, state-of-the-art facility in Richmond in 2020 to accommodate the extraordinary growth achieved through our team.*CORE VALUES*

• INNOVATION in what we do, how we do it and how we think: Contributes new ideas, challenges the status quo, takes the initiative on projects.
• NEVER SAY NEVER: Stays engaged until the goal is reached or project is completed. Overcomes barriers. Cares so much about the task at hand that the impossible is made possible.
• SENSATIONAL to our clients, to our partners, to each other: Spirited team player, who adapts to new situations quickly and is beyond reliable.
• TAKES OWNERSHIP of goals, decisions, actions, and results: Arrives on time and prepared, leads by example, follows through on commitments.
• INSPIRED to excel: Demonstrates a passion for INSTI, our people and our projects. Is not complacent, shares knowledge freely, exhibits awareness of self, their surroundings, and the business.

HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE

• Perform research and feasibility studies to support protein-engineering and pipeline projects.
• Participate in the development of plans, schedules and experiments of assigned research projects/programs.
• Design expression constructs for antibody and protein production.
• Perform advanced purification workflows to support research programs and projects.
• Provide supports to the improvement of existing process
• Troubleshoot technical and design challenges
• Assess, interpret and evaluate research outcomes
• Generate and compile data for meta-analysis white papers and publishing of peer reviewed papers
• Participate in risk management activities related with the product under development
• Translate design outputs into procedures, testing methods and quality control release criteria
• Support and lead design transfer, prepare requirements into documented design verification and validation test plans
• Collaborate actively within and outside the department to complete projects and advance creative solutions
• Present data within the company, at conferences, or exhibit work in other appropriate events; routinely communicate complex ideas to those with limited knowledge and understanding as well as to peers using high level skills and a range of media;
• Assist with training of laboratory or other related personnel

WHAT YOU BRING

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in a life sciences discipline, preferably in biochemistry, biotechnology, microbiology, medical technology, biology, chemistry, or related science.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a research or clinical laboratory
• Experience with protein biochemistry, industrial experience within this space is an asset
• Knowledge of or experience with GLP, GMP work preferred
• Experience in a BSL2 laboratory an asset
• Experience of 5S/Lean 6 Sigma an asset
• Excellent interpersonal skills, oral communication skills, and written communication skills are required
• Must be able to work independently following a brief orientation and training period
• Must have strong analytical and technical writing skills
• Excellent computer skills (MS Office, Access, Excel)
• Organized and detail-oriented
• Must be able and willing to work with blood and blood-borne pathogens

WHAT WE OFFER

• A competitive compensation package
• Extended health benefits including dental - 100% employer contribution
• Flexible working hours
• Paid sick days
• Bonus day off with pay on your birthday every year!
• Full-size in-house fitness gym and shower facilities
• Complimentary reserved parking
• Opportunity to work with industry experts who are motivated and passionate about what they do but know how to have some fun
• A chance to show off your dance moves and singing voice at the company parties and jump in to score a victory or lead the way in our outdoor games at the summer barbeques
• The opportunity to join an ‘off the charts’ foodie culture in our large kitchen and try out your favourite recipes or enjoy the culinary delights as they hit the share table

#science #research #researchanddevelopment #IVD #in-vitro #diagnostics #proteinengineeringJob Type: Full-timeQuick Apply

• Terms & Conditions
• New Privacy
• Privacy Center
• Accessibility

For Job Seekers

• Browse Jobs
• Advanced Job Search
• Emplois Quebec

For Employers

• Post a Job
• SimplyHired OnDemand

Stay Connected