Flow Cytometry Scientist I

<h2>Job Overview:</h2><p style="margin: 12pt 0in 0.8pt;">We are looking for a Scientist to join our growing team here at Covance. Responsibilities are listed below but not limted to:</p><p style="margin: 12pt 0in 0.8pt;"><span style="color: black; font-family: verdana, geneva; font-size: 10pt;">- Performs complex troubleshooting and assists in leading initiatives to solve challenging scientific problems with assays or instrumentation. </span></p><p style="margin: 12pt 0in 0.8pt;"><span style="color: black; font-family: verdana, geneva; font-size: 10pt;">- Applies and interprets scientific theories, concepts, techniques and regulatory requirements in clinical studies and accepts leadership role in developing scientific approaches. </span></p><p style="margin: 12pt 0in 0.8pt;"><span style="color: black; font-family: verdana, geneva; font-size: 10pt;">- Coordinates and performs flow cytometry assay validations for global implementation.</span></p><p style="margin: 12pt 0in 0.8pt;"><span style="color: black; font-family: verdana, geneva; font-size: 10pt;">- Participates in data analysis review and approval prior to release</span></p><p style="margin: 12pt 0in 0.8pt;"><span style="color: black; font-family: verdana, geneva; font-size: 10pt;">- Provides consultation to scientific and operational staff on technical issues.</span></p><p style="margin: 12pt 0in 0.8pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="color: black;">- Responds to </span>unscheduled deadlines, client needs, crises, etc. without neglecting other duties. </span></p><p style="margin: 12pt 0in 0.8pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva; font-size: 10pt;">- Assists with regular monitoring and evaluation of clinical assays to ensure effective scientific performance. </span></p><p style="margin: 12pt 0in 0.8pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva; font-size: 10pt;">- May provide technical training for operational staff. </span></p><p style="margin: 12pt 0in 0.8pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva; font-size: 10pt;">- Provides technical/scientific consultation to departments outside the lab (i.e., Project Management) as requested. </span></p><p style="margin: 12pt 0in 0.8pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva; font-size: 10pt;">- Contributes to long-term planning and technical policies of the department. </span></p><p style="margin: 12pt 0in 0.8pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva; font-size: 10pt;">- Assists in managing scientific vendor relationships to troubleshoot issues and improve capabilities. </span></p><p style="margin: 12pt 0in 0.8pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva; font-size: 10pt;">- Participates in client visits and teleconferences. </span></p><p style="margin: 12pt 0in 0.8pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva; font-size: 10pt;">- Regularly reads literature related to scientific area of expertise to remain current in knowledge. </span></p><p style="margin: 12pt 0in 0.8pt;"><span style="color: black; font-family: verdana, geneva; font-size: 10pt;">- Presentations to clients and professional groups. </span></p><p style="margin: 12pt 0in;"><span style="color: black; font-family: verdana, geneva; font-size: 10pt;">- Attend meetings, conferences, symposia, and seminars to promote CLS’s capabilities within dedicated scientific area </span></p><p style="margin: 12pt 0in;"><span style="color: black; font-family: verdana, geneva; font-size: 10pt;"> </span></p><h2>Education/Qualifications:</h2><p style="margin: 1em 0px 1.05pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Ph.D. in scientific area of expertise. Preferred: Board certification in scientific area of expertise. </span></p><p style="margin: 1em 0px 1.05pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">1-2 years post-doctoral experience within scientific area of expertise. Additional relevant experience may be substituted for education requirements above. </span></p><h2>Experience:</h2><p style="margin: 1em 0px 1.05pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Expert knowledge of flow cytometry: method development and data analysis. </span></p><p style="margin: 1em 0px;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Highly skilled in conducting research, data interpretation, and writing reports. </span></p><p style="margin: 1em 0px 1pt;"><span style="color: windowtext; font-size: 11pt;">Experience performing scientific presentations and preparing scientific publications. </span></p><p style="margin: 1em 0px 1pt;"><span style="color: windowtext; font-size: 11pt;">Knowledge of clinical laboratory automation, system software, Microsoft applications and laboratory statistics. </span></p><p style="margin: 1em 0px 1pt;"><span style="color: windowtext; font-size: 11pt;">Effective communication skills with technical staff, business development staff, peers and clients. </span></p><p style="margin: 1em 0px 1pt;"><span style="color: windowtext; font-size: 11pt;">Attention to detail and interpretation of scientific data. </span></p><p style="margin: 1em 0px 1pt;"><span style="color: windowtext; font-size: 11pt;">Demonstrated problem prevention, detection and resolution. </span></p><p style="margin: 1em 0px 1pt;"><span style="color: windowtext; font-size: 11pt;">Experience of method validation would be a plus. </span></p><p style="margin: 1em 0px;"><span style="color: windowtext; font-size: 11pt;">Fluency in English in mandatory. Fluency in French would be an asset. </span></p>