Senior Scientist / Senior Scientistess

Join Us in Shaping the Future of Precision Medicine

Are you ready to make a significant impact in the world of precision medicine by developing innovative biomarker assays? Proclinical is actively seeking a Senior Scientist specializing in Biomarker Development to join our dynamic team in Switzerland.

In this hands-on, laboratory-based role, you will concentrate on developing and validating cutting-edge biomarker assays that support our clinical programs. You will collaborate with global experts to implement advanced biomarker technologies, contributing to smarter decision-making and improved patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate soluble biomarker assays, focusing on ligand binding assays such as ELISA, MSD, NULISA, and Ella, along with advanced technologies like LC-MS.
• Provide expertise in transferring, implementing, and monitoring biomarker assay development, validation, and sample analysis with external providers.
• Generate and interpret biomarker assay data to support proof of mechanism, dose selection, and proof of biology in early clinical programs.
• Present results at internal meetings while ensuring the quality and timely delivery of data from both internal and outsourced activities.
• Serve as the scientific and technical lead for exploratory soluble biomarker assays, overseeing strategy, data quality, interpretation, documentation, and alignment with clinical study endpoints.
• Uphold high standards for scientific rigor, data integrity, compliance, safety, and technical excellence.

Key Skills and Requirements

• A degree in Biology, Immunology, Cell Biology, or a related field, coupled with relevant laboratory experience.
• Strong expertise in ligand binding assays; experience with LC-MS methods and related technologies is a plus.
• Demonstrated analytical thinking, accountability, and collaborative teamwork skills.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements relevant to biomarker development (e.g., GCLP, ICH).
• Proficiency in software tools such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SoftMax Pro, SMART Book, GraphPad Prism, and Watson LIMS.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working in a global organization or matrix-resourcing model is advantageous.

Application Process

If you meet the qualifications and are passionate about this exciting opportunity, please apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

Proclinical is a leading life sciences recruiter dedicated to connecting exceptional talent with premier opportunities globally. Proclinical is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.