Product Development Scientist - Richmond, Canada - bioLytical

bioLytical

Verified Company

Richmond, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

As a member of the Product Development team within the Research & Development department, the Product Development Scientist plays a key role in the discovery research, design, development and support of new bioLytical rapid point of care tests, with a focus on assay components, chemistry, formulations, and stability.

This position reports to the Research and Development Manager.

HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE*- Research and understand the role of proposed new products to be added to the bioLytical product portfolio and source important publications

Establish feasibility of new products, with a focus on component chemistry, including reaching benchmarks for sensitivity, specificity, and stability.
Research and provide input into the intended use and design requirements for new products
Research, evaluate and implement process improvement methodology for manufacture and scaleup of INSTI components
Research and identify suitable analytical methods required for characterization of raw materials, final product components and inprocess control
Design stability studies and coordinate personnel for study execution for determination of impact of new or modified formulations and/or chemical processes
Prepare preliminary design specifications and draft design documentation
Source raw materials from reputable vendors and assist in supplier qualification activities, as required
Develop and test early concept designs
Troubleshoot test results and design challenges as required
Train, manage, and mentor Research Technicians and Associates
Participate in risk management activities related with the product under development
Analyze and summarize data and write reports including assisting with regulatory submissions
Assist with providing and analyzing data for metaanalysis white papers and publishing of peer review papers
Assist in other Research and Development or Product Support activities as required
Assist with training of laboratory or other related personnel

WHAT YOU BRING

PhD or a Master's degree in a life sciences discipline (preferably chemistry, biochemistry, microbiology, or related science) with a minimum of 2 years' experience in a research laboratory
Experience with formulations development and knowledge of analytical methodology including UV, NMR, LC-MS, particle size analysis, and protein assay methods preferred
Knowledge of or experience with GLP, GMP work desired
Excellent interpersonal skills, oral communication skills, and written communication skills are required
Must be able to work independently following a brief period of specific technical training
Must have strong analytical and technical writing skills
Excellent computer skills (MS Office, Access, Excel)
Organized and detailoriented

WHAT WE OFFER

A competitive compensation package
Extended health benefits including dental 100% employer contribution
Flexible working hours
Paid sick days
Bonus day off with pay on your birthday every year
Fullsize inhouse fitness gym and shower facilities
Complimentary reserved parking
Opportunity to work with industry experts who are motivated and passionate about what they do but know how to have some fun
A chance to show off your dance moves and singing voice at the company parties and jump in to score a victory or lead the way in our outdoor games at the summer barbeques
The opportunity to join an 'off the charts' foodie culture in our large kitchen and try out your favourite recipes or enjoy the culinary delights as they hit the share table

ABOUT BIOLYTICAL
BioLytical is a rapidly growing biomedical company. The company's vision is to develop innovative rapid diagnostic test to help fight several diseases around the world.

The company aims to be vertically integrated, producing in house all the materials required for the testing device, from recombinant protein production to the final kit.

Thus, bioLytical is looking for people eager to build and help shape the company of the future.

bioLytical Laboratories Inc.

is a privately-owned Canadian company focused on the research, development and commercialization of rapid in-vitro medical diagnostics using its proprietary INSTI technology platform.

bioLytical has won several local and industry awards, including BC Exporter of the Year in 2019.

We have been named Lifesciences BC's Growth Stage Med Tech Company of the Year and have been featured on BC's Fastest Growing Companies six years in a row, including the Globe and Mail's Fastest Growing Companies list in 2020.

bioLytical moved to a significantly larger, state-of-the-art facility in Richmond in 2020 to accommodate the extraordinary growth achieved through our team.

CORE VALUES*
INNOVATION **in what we do, how we do it and how we think: Contributes new ideas, challenges the status quo, takes the initiative on projects.

NEVER SAY NEVER:
Stays engaged until the goal is reached or project is completed.