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Reference #: 392757 Site Name: Collegeville TSA Posted Date: Apr 1 2024

Are you looking to enhance your immunoassay development techniques by working for a global pharmaceutical company that allows you to leverage best in class systems and technologies?  If so, this Immunoassay Investigator role is the ideal opportunity for you.

We are looking for a highly motivated, flexible and experienced scientist to join a team within the Biomarker Platforms department based in Collegeville, PA.

As an Immunoassay Associate Director, you will be responsible for the development, validation and sample analysis of PK assays for use in support of clinical programs in alignment with therapy area partners.  Data from this group is a key component to understanding molecules in the GSK pipeline; and serves to make early and informed decisions for asset progression within the organization.

This role will provide YOU the opportunity to lead key activities to progress YOUR career, these responsibilities include some of the following: Responsible for developing bespoke assays to support clinical studies; delivery of robust, high quality data packages and will demonstrate the ability to critique work to enable lead modalities to be smoothly progressed through clinical drug development. Independently providing sample analysis support for clinical studies by delivering high quality data packages working in a GLP/GCP compliant laboratory setting. Deliver, interpret and communicate complex scientific data to project/program teams in a timely manner by performing data analysis, record keeping and reporting of results to agreed timelines. Works and communicates effectively with the group and speaks up when necessary. Contribute to departmental strategy and capital investment discussions. Handling of human biological samples and performing experimental work in accordance with HBSM, safety and data integrity guidelines. Why you?

Basic Qualifications: We are looking for professionals with these required skills to achieve our goals: PhD in Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology or related discipline with 5 years or BS/MS with 10 years of experience in a regulated pharmaceutical or biotechnology environment with a thorough understanding of the drug development process. Three or more years of hands-on experience and theoretical understanding of clinical immunoassay development, validation and study support for either PK or biomarker (ELISA/MSD/Gyros).

Preferred Qualifications: If you have the following characteristics, it would be a plus: Proven ability to provide translational expertise on programs/project teams for clinical studies with a wide variety of techniques and technologies. Strong publication/presentation history Biomarker experience is a plus Maintains a disciplined approach, ensuring a relentless focus on quality, compliance, scientific rigor and operational excellence. Attention to detail and good communication and documentation skills will be expected. Highly motivated team player with a proactive attitude, excellent organizational skills and a demonstrated ability to interact effectively within a multi-disciplinary team are essential.

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Why Us? GSK is a global biopharma company with a special purpose - to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together - so we can positively impact the health of billions of people and deliver stronger, more sustainable shareholder returns - as an organization where people can thrive. Getting ahead means preventing disease as well as treating it, and we aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of 2030.

Our success absolutely depends on our people. While getting ahead of disease together is about our ambition for patients and shareholders, it's also about making GSK a place where people can thrive. We want GSK to be a workplace where e eryone can feel a sense of belonging and thrive as set out in our Equal and Inclusive Treatment of Employees policy. We're committed to being more proactive at all levels so that our workforce reflects the communities we work and hire in, and our GSK leadership reflects our GSK workforce.

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