Principal Development Scientist

Principal Development Scientist

Are you looking to make your next career move? CellCarta, a Contract Research Organization, is hiring a Principal Development Scientist to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will have the opportunity to leverage your expertise and skills to drive the development, validation, and implementation of cutting-edge assays and analytical platforms. Join a team of talented individuals committed to advancing human health and well-being. Apply today and take the first step toward an exciting new career with CellCarta!

Summary

The role of Principal Development Scientist serves as the scientific lead for the development, validation, transfer, and implementation of new assays and analytical platforms. This role provides technical and scientific guidance for the development team and supports cross-functional collaboration with proposal, clinical, and business development teams.

The Principal Development Scientist assumes ownership of new assays and/or platforms, ensuring their performance through validation and into downstream clinical testing. They act as a key stakeholder in troubleshooting and resolving technical challenges that arise during development and deployment.

The position is expected to remain current regarding advances in assay standardization, reagent technologies, and analytical methodologies to ensure scientific excellence and innovation in all project phases.

Responsibilities

Assay Development & Validation:

• Design, lead, and execute development, validation, and transfer of new assays intended for future clinical deployment or internal/external R&D initiatives;
• Own the scientific and technical aspects of new assays/platforms throughout development, validation, transfer, and downstream clinical testing;
• Lead, design, and conduct method comparison and feasibility studies for new technologies or assay formats.​​​​​​​

Cross-functional Collaboration:

• Serve as a scientific and technical subject matter expert across departments, including proposal, clinical operations, and business development;
• Provide technical and scientific input in the review of new contract proposals to ensure feasibility and alignment with internal capabilities;
• Present data, findings, and recommendations in a clear and professional manner to both internal teams and external stakeholders.

Laboratory Support & Troubleshooting:

• Actively participate in laboratory work, including assay optimization, troubleshooting, and validation experiments;
• Lead troubleshooting efforts to resolve complex technical issues during assay development and clinical deployment phases;
• Train laboratory personnel on complex methods, instrumentation, and new protocols.

Project Management & Communication:

• Work closely with program managers;
• Ensure assigned projects are delivered within timelines, scope, and quality;
• Ensure timely communication of project progress and proactively flag any risks to meeting deadlines;
• Support and collaborate on peer-led projects as needed.

Data Analysis & Documentation:

• Perform in-depth analysis and interpretation of experimental and validation data;
• Prepare detailed reports, SOPs, and Technical Procedures (TPs) aligned with regulatory and internal quality standards;
• Ensure documentation is clear, complete, and audit-ready.

Innovation & Scientific Leadership:

• Stay current with advancements in analytical technologies, standardization practices, and reagent development relevant to immune monitoring and biomarker analysis;
• Act as a key contributor to scientific strategy, innovation initiatives, and process improvements within the development group.

Education

• Ph.D. or equivalent training in life sciences.

Main Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience in a Scientist role within a relevant field;
• Experience with biomarker analytical techniques and applications, including assay design and handling complex datasets;
• Knowledge and understanding of GCP, GCLP, ISO 13485, IVDR, M10, H62, or other applicable guidelines;
• Proficiency in English (written and spoken) is required;
• Works methodically and systematically;
• Critical and creative thinker;
• Positive teamwork attitude;
• Advanced understanding and analytical skills to interpret data and draw conclusions;
• Communicates clearly and confidently, with excellent interpersonal and teaching skills;
• Strong time management and organizational skills, with the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced, changing environment;
• Strong proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).

Working Conditions

• Regular working hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM; 100% onsite.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits including:

• Competitive Wages;
• Vacation and Personal Days;
• Comprehensive Group Insurance Plans;
• RRSP Contribution with Employer Matching;
• Employee Annual Incentive Plan (EAIP);
• Dialogue Telemedicine Service and Employee Assistance Program (EAP);
• Referral Program;
• Career Advancement Opportunities.

About CellCarta

CellCarta is a leading provider of specialized precision medicine laboratory services to the biopharmaceutical industry. Leveraging its integrated analytical platforms in immunology, histopathology, proteomics, and genomics, as well as related specimen collection and logistics services, CellCarta supports the entire drug development cycle, from discovery to late-stage clinical trials. The Company operates globally with facilities located in Canada, USA, Belgium, Australia, and China.

Joining CellCarta means working with dedicated professionals who are focused on achieving our mission of impacting the future of patient therapy. We make a difference in the lives of patients around the world! 

Join us as we make an impact on patient therapy!

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