Senior Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Celerion is committed to swift, exceptional clinical research through translational medicine.  Every day, we use our experience, agility, and innovative research strategies to help get drugs to market faster.  Celerion offers one of the most experienced clinical pharmacology research networks in the industry.
Are you looking for an opportunity to support a business creating life-saving treatments? If so, we can't wait to meet you!We are looking for a full-time Senior Clinical Laboratory Scientist to join our Clinical Laboratory team at our Belfast Clinic site.
Responsible for supporting operations of the clinical laboratory at our Phase I/II facility. Performing a range of routine and specialist clinical laboratory safety analysis of body fluid specimens in accordance with client protocol, using current standard operating procedures and GCP.
Essential Functions:Assist and coordinate efforts with clinical laboratory associates and management. Manual and automated analysis of human samples.Data Input and maintenance of clinical records. Operation and preventative maintenance of clinical laboratory equipment.  Training and mentoring of clinical laboratory associates.  Quality control evaluation and data review of analytical runs.Inventory maintenance of clinical lab reagents.Inventory control of send-out supplies and fulfilling send-out requestsProtocol review and strategic planning. Administrative duties. Interaction with clients/sponsors and auditors.Completion of regular educational components.Participation in external proficiency testing programs.Trouble shooting and problem solving responsibilities.Compliance with standard operating procedures.Participate in outreach activities.Participate in preparation of publications.Must be willing to work pre-arranged irregular hours to meet the needs of the laboratory.Assist Manager/Supervisory Staff in organizing details for studies and special projects.Assist Manager/Supervisory Staff in monthly review and evaluation of internal quality control values.Assist Manager/Supervisory Staff in investigating external proficiency result discrepancies.Maintenance of health and safety practices and documentation.RequirementsBiomedical Scientist Degree from IBMS accredited program (or equivalent certification).  Postgraduate degree in a relevant life science field.Minimum of 3 years Clinical laboratory experience preferred.Experience working to GCP standards.Robust knowledge/experience working to ISO 15189/CLIA standards preferred. Performs well independently and as part of a team.Excellent communication skills written and oral.Problem solving abilities.Excellent attention to detail. Celerion is an equal opportunities employer