For 75 years, Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery, development and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. When you join our family, you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe. Whether your background is in life sciences, finance, IT, sales or another area, your skills will play an important role in the work we perform. In return, we’ll help you build a career that you can feel passionate about.

JOB SUMMARY

As a Research Scientist for our Immunology team at the Laval location, you will serve as a Study Scientist or Principal Investigator responsible for the design, conduct and reporting of Laboratory Sciences studies efficiently, profitably and with the maximum scientific quality.

In this role, primary responsibilities include:

• Design, write, review, and edit study plans, amendments and study schedules that define and schedule all study activities;
• Oversee and coordinate all aspects of study related Laboratory Sciences procedures, whether performed within the department or by service departments;
• Analyze scientific problems, troubleshoot analytical methods and technical issues;
• Write scientific documents, review and interpret the raw data;
• Write, review, and edit stand-alone contributing Scientist draft and/or final reports that document all study related procedures and results;
• Prompt verbal or written communications with Study Directors and/or Sponsor on study related business in a timely manner;
• Ensure the accuracy and completeness of project cost estimates;
• Notify the Principal Scientist and/or the Scientific Director of scientist or technical problems as soon as they become apparent.

KEY ELEMENTS

We are looking for the following minimum qualifications for this role:

• Holder of a Master in Immunology or any other related discipline with a minimum of 3 to 5 years’ experience working in a Scientific position;
• PhD in Immunology or any biological related discipline;
• 3 to 5 years’ experience in the development, optimization and use of multi-parameter flow cytometry;
• Experience with immunoassay techniques (ELISAs, ECLs, Luminex) and cell-based assays (ELISpot, bioassays) is an asset;
• Experience with the BD flow cytometer platforms; spectral flow cytometry experience is an asset;
• Outstanding organizational skills;
• Good interpersonal and communication skills;
• Strong problem-solving skills;
• Work with precision, pay attention to detail and strive for quality work.

ROLE SPECIFIC INFORMATION:

• Location: 445 Boul. Armand-Frappier, Laval, QC, H7V 4B3;

• Transportation: Free parking. Near the Montmorency Subway. Electric vehicle charging station;

• Annual bonus based on performance;
• Schedule: Monday to Friday, daytime. Depending on the business needs, you may have to do overtime;
• Permanent position as of the hiring, full-time 37.5hrs per week.

In this role, primary responsibilities include:

• Design, write, review, and edit study plans, amendments and study schedules that define and schedule all study activities;
• Oversee and coordinate all aspects of study related Laboratory Sciences procedures, whether performed within the department or by service departments;
• Analyze scientific problems, troubleshoot analytical methods and technical issues;
• Write scientific documents, review and interpret the raw data;
• Write, review, and edit stand-alone contributing Scientist draft and/or final reports that document all study related procedures and results;
• Prompt verbal or written communications with Study Directors and/or Sponsor on study related business in a timely manner;
• Ensure the accuracy and completeness of project cost estimates;
• Notify the Principal Scientist and/or the Scientific Director of scientist or technical problems as soon as they become apparent

We are looking for the following minimum qualifications for this role:

• Holder of a Master in Immunology or any other related discipline with a minimum of 3 to 5 years’ experience working in a Scientific position;
• PhD in Immunology or any biological related discipline;
• 3 to 5 years’ experience in the development, optimization and use of multi-parameter flow cytometry;
• Experience with immunoassay techniques (ELISAs, ECLs, Luminex) and cell-based assays (ELISpot, bioassays) is an asset;
• Experience with the BD flow cytometer platforms; spectral flow cytometry experience is an asset;
• Outstanding organizational skills;
• Good interpersonal and communication skills;
• Strong problem-solving skills;
• Work with precision, pay attention to detail and strive for quality work