Lab Associate Cellular Functional and Soluble Biomarkers

Lab Associate for Cellular Functional and Soluble Biomarkers

General Information:

• Planned duration: 1.5 years
• Contract:
  
  temporary contract via Randstad
• Workplace:
  Basel
• Home Office: not possible
• Team: 6 team members
• Department:
  BioX Bioanalytics and Biomarkers BioAM (PNR)
• Working Hours:
  
  Standard

About the job:

This position is situated within the Bioanalytics and Biomarkers (BioAM) Chapter of the Pharmaceutical Sciences (PS) function. The chapter is accountable for developing bioanalytical and biomarker methods and implementing them in clinical studies to help guide drug development. They closely collaborate with different disease therapeutic areas and other functions to convert hypotheses into innovative therapeutics.

The Perfect Candidate:

The ideal candidate is a proactive scientist with a Master’s or Bachelor’s degree and at least two years of industry experience in developing complex cellular and protein biomarker assays. Deep technical expertise in platforms like flow cytometry and ligand-binding assays (e.g., ELISA, MSD), coupled with a strong understanding of GxP regulations for clinical trial support. Thrives in a matrixed environment, balancing hands‑on lab work with the strategic management of external CRO partners.

Tasks & Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and transfer biomarker assays that support clinical trials.
• Lead in‑house assay development, support method transfers to external CRO partners, and ensure generation of robust, high‑quality biomarker data.
• Plan, develop, troubleshoot and critically analyze results of analytical methods for complex cellular, functional, and soluble protein biomarkers in compliance with regulatory and GxP requirements.
• Design and execute experimental protocols, generate, analyze, troubleshoot, interpret data, and deliver high‑quality reports aligned with project timelines.
• Support method transfer and implementation with external partners, ensuring proper documentation and efficient troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with internal/external stakeholders to ensure data integrity, technical and scientific rigor, and timely resolution of challenges.
• Present activities and results at internal and external meetings.
• Contribute to a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and compliance with safety, security, health and environmental (SHE) standards.

Must Haves:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant scientific discipline, with proven industry or CRO experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in biomarker assay development within a regulated environment.
• Proficiency across diverse biomarker assay technologies, including flow cytometry, ELISpot/Fluoro Spot, HTRF, ELISA, ELLA, Simoa, Elecsys, MSD.
• Hands‑on experience in technology implementation, optimization, and troubleshooting of bioanalytical/biomarker methods.
• Strong understanding of GxP principles.
• Experience supporting pharmacodynamic biomarker assay development for preclinical or clinical applications.
• Scientific credibility demonstrated through relevant publications and/or presentations.
• Proactive team player, customer‑and patient‑focused, growth mindset, embraces innovation, thrives in a fast‑paced, matrixed, agile environment.

Sounds interesting? Apply now.