Senior Scientist

2 weeks ago

City of Melbourne, Australia BOSTON TRUST WALDEN COMPANY Full time

- Diagnostics
- Novel Therapeutics
- R&D

The Company

Our client is an Australian biotechnology company pioneering advanced diagnostics and novel technologies to enhance cancer detection and treatment. With a growing pipeline targeting solid tumours and a focus on developing new therapeutic approaches, the company continues to deliver promising results with the potential to improve patient outcomes in the future.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Research Director, the role of the Senior Scientist, Diagnostics will include:

- Lead diagnostic R&D programs to develop in vitro diagnostic products that are both clinically impactful and commercially viable, with the goal of improving healthcare-related outcomes.
- Design, execute, manage, analyse, and report on both internal and external research projects, particularly focused on exosome technologies.
- Prepare and deliver high-quality technical documentation, including research proposals, project plans, technical reports, peer-reviewed publications, and professional presentations.
- Ensure full compliance with quality, regulatory, and safety standards, and contribute to the drafting and maintenance of SOPs, design controls, and audit-ready records.
- Support the company’s intellectual property strategy by identifying new technologies and product opportunities, securing IP through accurate record-keeping, and contributing to patent filings and renewals.
- Supervise, train, and manage junior scientists and technical staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performing research environment.

The Requirements

- PhD in Molecular and Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics, Endocrinology, or Immunology, or similar field. A PhD in Oncology (cancer biology or diagnostics) are highly desirable.
- At least five years of postdoctoral laboratory research experience, including small group leadership, ideally within the pharmaceutical or diagnostics industry.
- Deep knowledge of extracellular vesicle biomarker discovery using proteomics, glycomics, and genomics technologies demonstrated by patents or high-quality publications.
- Strong experience in assay development relating to oncology, neurology, or cardiology, including the development and validation of multivariate index assays.
- A strong understanding of laboratory quality and regulatory standards, including ISO/IEC 17025, ISO 13485, 21 CFR 820, and IVDR 2017/246.

The Offer

This is a rare opportunity to join a pioneering Australian biotechnology company at the forefront of diagnostic innovation. As a Senior Scientist, you’ll play a critical leadership role in advancing cutting-edge technologies that have the potential to transform patient outcomes globally. You’ll work in a collaborative, high-performing R&D environment, contribute to scientific breakthroughs, and help shape the future of precision diagnostics. To learn more about this exciting opportunity, please email any questions you may have to careers@mexec.com, call 1300 063 932, or visit www.mexec.com to “Apply Now” with your current CV and cover letter addressed to Marilyn Jones and/or Mark Thomas.

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