Biochemist

BIOVECTRA Inc. is a leading bio-science business in Prince Edward Island and Nova Scotia, focused on contract manufacturing and product development of active pharmaceutical ingredients, pharmaceutical intermediates, and bioreagents.

BioVectra Inc. has an opening for a Biochemist. This is a permanent, full-time position located in Windsor, Nova Scotia.

 

    The candidate will be responsible for: 

• Performing analyses using instrumental techniques such as ELISA, qPCR, HPLC, CE-SDS, cIEF, PAGE
• Participating in phase-appropriate validation exercises from generation of protocols through to summary reports.
• Act as project SME and interface with internal and external customers at project meetings
• Write SOPs and laboratory protocols for others to follow and execute.
• Maintaining accurate records of all laboratory activities.
• Identifying test results which are out of specification and opening formal failure investigations when this occurs.
• Participating in quality investigations as SME
• Adhere to BioVectra's Health and Safety Policy.

 

    The successful candidate for this position should have:

• BSc in Biochemistry or related field. 
• Minimum one year of relevant laboratory experience in a regulated environment.
• Technical proficiency with laboratory instrumentation and techniques such as qPCR, ELISA, electrophoresis.
• Knowledge of cGMP guidelines.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proficient technical writing ability 
• MSc or PhD in biochemistry preferred.

 

BioVectra offers a competitive salary and benefit package.  Interested candidates are asked to apply by choosing the “Apply Now” button below.

 

Closing Date: October 27^th 2020 

Individual accommodations due to a disability are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, religion, ethnicity, gender, disability, citizenship status, marital status, actual or perceived sexual orientation. BIOVECTRA is committed to creating an inclusive environment and building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We value diversity and recognize that experience comes in many forms and skills are transferable. Please view this description as a general overview, but not a mandatory comprehensive list. If you feel passionate about our efforts and believe that you have the skills to contribute and lead in this role, apply!   We thank all interested parties; however, only those applicants considered for an interview will be contacted.