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Contract type
Permanent
(Primary) Location
West Flanders
Location
Kortrijk Regime
Company category
Industrial Biotech Job category
Preclinical Development Work experience
(Senior) Scientist Tides Separations
We are a privately-owned European center of excellence for analytical solutions. For over 40 years we have been supporting our customers in various industries with our scientific know-how and technical expertise.
THIS IS YOU
- #yeswecan #winningteam #separationpioneer
- Talented science lover, chromatography believer and loyal Van Deemter follower
- Deep scientific understanding and practical know-how of separation and characterization of oligonucleotide and peptide therapeutics (TIDES)
- Proven (U)HPLC method development skills for ASOs, siRNA, mRNA-related modalities, conjugated oligonucleotides, therapeutic peptides and emerging TIDES modalities
- Strong interest in tackling scientifically challenging separations where conventional solutions do not always exist
- Knowledge of Design of Experiments (DOE) and Analytical Quality by Design (AQbD) is definitely a plus
- Metal-sensitive oligos? Bring it on! Active surfaces? Hard pass!
- RPLC, IEX, HILIC, SEC and IP-RPLC are not just abbreviations but conversation starters
- Knowledge of mass spectrometry is a plus
- Oligonucleotides, peptides and related impurities are your favorite study objects
- Hands-on experience with data processing using vendor or other software
- Able to interpret complex data and link results across experiments/methodologies
- Good insights in the biotech and pharma landscape (technical, scientific, regulatory, commercial)
- Passion for innovation, out-of-the-box thinking and technology improvement
- Critical mindset, strong ownership, and attention to quality and detail
- Team player, customer-oriented, problem-solving mindset, flexible attitude
- Excellent communication and reporting skills, including review capabilities
- Able to multitask and tackle complex scientific questions independently
- Comfortable interacting with customers (scoping, technical discussions, presenting results)
- Thrive in an environment with high responsibility and scientific ownership
- Experience in coaching colleagues is a strong asset
- Ph.D. in chemistry, biochemistry, biotechnology, pharmacy or equivalent qualification through experience
- For Scientist: minimum 3 years experience
- For Senior Scientist: minimum 8 years experience
- Fluent in English (written & oral)
SO WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING
- You develop and apply analytical methodologies for the separation, analysis and in-depth characterization of oligonucleotide and peptide therapeutics
- You handle complex and scientifically challenging projects for our biotech and pharma partners
- You design and plan experiments, process data, capture findings in reports and communicate results to customers
- You contribute to solving complex analytical challenges where limited prior knowledge or established methodologies are available by implementing and evaluating novel analytical technologies and methodologies
- You apply AQbD principles to analytical method development
- You manage multiple complex studies simultaneously
- You help establish new scientific capabilities and analytical strategies within the rapidly evolving TIDES field
- You coach and support team members, ensuring high-quality execution and reporting standards
- You collaborate closely with colleagues to ensure strong project planning and execution
- You align with management and commercial teams on strategic and technical decisions
- You provide regular updates to customers on project progress and next steps
- You contribute to training and knowledge sharing within your field of expertise
- You report to the Team Lead
WHAT WE BRING TO THE TABLE
- You will be part of a privately-owned and ambitious organization at the forefront of scientific evolutions
- You will have a position with responsibility and opportunities to support your professional growth
- You will join a dynamic team in an international environment
- You will receive an attractive salary in line with your responsibilities and experience
Do you have what it takes? Apply now!
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