Senior Scientist, Stem Cell Biology

Leiden        ·        Full time

The (Senior) Scientist will provide scientific leadership in iPSC-derived cell differentiation and manufacturing projects and hold key responsibilities to develop processes and analytical methods for the generation and characterization of new hiPSC-derived cell models. The position also involves supporting project acquisition and project management. Our clients are companies active in drug development and cell therapy.

The ideal candidate is creative, client-oriented, and results-driven, has an established track record of success with sound technical qualifications and knowledge in stem cell and developmental biology with desire to work in a laboratory-focused role.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as a key scientist in stem cell-based projects for clients
• Coordinate work with project team members and provide hands-on practical support where needed
• Provide scientific background and feedback on results to the team members assigned to his/her projects
• Foster a collaborative work environment, lead, and motivate project team members to ensure sound technical and commercial decision making
• Design project proposals that address customer requests. Communicate technical/scientific aspects with clients (in all phases of a project: design/preparation, execution, reporting)
• Be up to date with scientific literature and maintain knowledge concerning relevant new research and new technologies within Ncardia’s scientific field
• Communicate routinely with management, team members and clients, to facilitate discussion on project progress as well as possible challenges and opportunities
• Establish project documentation (e.g. SOPs, Work Instructions, Records, Study Report)
• Depending on experience, part of the job responsibility may include a laboratory-based role to support project execution

Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in life sciences, developmental biology or related discipline.
• Proven track record with stem cells, iPSCs and differentiation into functional cells in adherent and/or suspension-based culture systems
• Experience with development, optimization of mammalian cell manufacturing processes and process characterization. Expertise in statistics, scale up, and/or Quality by Design /Design of Experiments is considered a plus.
• Excellent reporting and documentation skills, strong affinity with data analyses and data presentation
• Attention for details, dedicated, result oriented, and a drive for problem solving
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to multitask and contribute to multiple projects under demanding timelines
• Ability to work effectively in a project-based manner within a global team
• Affinity with Intellectual Property and Quality Management Systems is a plus

As a person, you are open-minded and a good communicator by nature. You have a high level of energy that drives you and inspires your colleagues. You thrive in a changing and dynamic work environment, and in a job that requires you to be flexible, take initiatives and think out of the box when challenges occur. You are a true team-player who enjoys working in close collaboration with colleagues in and out of the laboratory.

Job location: Leiden, The Netherlands

Position type: Full time

Start date: Immediately

We offer a challenging position in a dynamic biotech company with room for personal growth and development. Depending on your education and experience, we provide an appropriate salary.

Interested?

Send your motivation letter with curriculum vitae to: careers@ncardia.com

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