At ICON, it’s our people that set us apart. Our diverse teams enable us to become a better partner to our customers and help us to fulfil our mission to advance and improve patients’ lives.
Our ‘Own It’ culture is driven by four key values that bring us together as individuals and set us apart as an organisation: Accountability & Delivery, Collaboration, Partnership and Integrity. We want to be the Clinical Research Organisation that delivers excellence to our clients and to patients at every touch-point. In short, to be the partner of choice in drug development.
That’s our vision. We’re driven by it. And we need talented people who share it.
If you’re as driven as we are, join us. You’ll be working in a dynamic and supportive environment, with some of the brightest and the friendliest people in the sector, and you’ll be helping shape an industry.
Desired Experience (ligand binding experience required, flow preferred)
Ligand binding assays
ELISA, ECLIA
PK, PD, and immunogenicity
Usage of relevant software (e.g. SoftMax Pro, Watson)
Method Development
Designs and executes experiments for method development under supervision or independently depending on level
Develops new scientific approaches to method development and communicates these to the global science team
Depending on level the scientist may:
Mentor more junior scientists and advise operation on developed methods
Reviews and approves data of other scientists
Communicate with team members and management regarding project status, purpose, scheduling, problems, etc.
Communicate and/or participate in communication with clients regarding project status.
Scientific
Maintain knowledge and skill in all techniques where you perform your work.
Provide scientific input to management and BD about new technology investments and lines of service.
Discusses scientific results with sponsors together with project manager
Promotes ICON/PRA utilizing their scientific skills through scientific communication such as external publication of posters and journal articles.
Perform R&D projects
Training of technicians on technical aspects
Mentor and train staff on scientific topics
Quality and Timely Work Execution
Takes initiative in process development and SOP/WI writing
Legible, logical and reproducible documentation of all experimentation
Has a thorough understanding and complies with GLP and other appropriate regulations
Develops rugged and economical assays
Performs data review of other scientist’s work
Sample Analysis and Assay Validation
Provides key assay input to the validation and bioanalysis team(s) to ensure successful execution
Assay troubleshooting
May perform and document maintenance, trouble-shooting and repairs on advanced instrumentation with support of service engineers or other trained supervisory personnel.
Qualifications
Read, write and speak fluent English
BS in Science + 3-5 years of experience in a relevant laboratory field
MS or PhD with applicable research in a relevant scientific field preferred
Presenter/Publisher in Regulated relevant field preferred
The level offered will be dependent on relevant experience and education
Benefits of Working in ICON:
Our success depends on the quality of our people. That’s why we’ve made it a priority to build a culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.
We offer very competitive salary packages. And to keep them competitive, we regularly benchmark them against our competitors. Our annual bonuses reflect delivery of performance goals – both ours and yours.
We also provide a range of health-related benefits to employees and their families and offer competitive retirement plans – and related benefits such as life assurance – so you can save and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
But beyond the competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, you’ll benefit from an environment where you are encouraged to fulfil your sense of purpose and drive lasting change.
ICON is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer and is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know through the form below.
