Scientist

FOx Biosystems is a young Belgian scale-up on a mission to revolutionize the life sciences and pharmacological research market with innovative real-time, label-free analysis products. The basis of our success is a novel fiber-optic-based surface plasmon resonance biosensor that enables our users to generate high-quality biomolecular data accurately, fast, cost-effective, and in a wide area of applications.

We are now looking for a temporary replacement for the position of Scientist

The selected candidate participates in the execution of projects in support of the development of new biosensor products and applications, improvement of existing products and applications, and evaluation of new technologies. As an integral part of the biosensor and assay development team, the candidate supports and participates in the constant improvement of the company’s internal processes. You will report to the Director biosensor and assay development and work closely with other research associates and scientists. This position is located in the Fox Biosystems innovation lab in Zwijnaarde.

Responsibilities

• Lead R&D projects through requirements definition, assay design, assay optimization, and assay validation.

• Plan, design, and execute scientific studies to achieve assay development goals.

• Take ownership of the preparation of experiment protocols, data analysis, technical reports, project summaries of R&D projects.

• Implement and enforce appropriate analytical techniques and procedures in assay development.

• Timely and effectively communicate any deviations from the project plan, as well as unexpected results or events that may affect project quality or timely delivery.

• Ensure the completeness and correctness of project deliverables, such as the Design History File and the associated technical documentation.

• Contribute to New Product Introduction throughout the design transfer process.

• Act as a Subject Matter Expert and work with all disciplines within the company to resolve issues related to product and process non-conformance, corrective/ preventive actions, or customer complaints escalation.

•  Guide and support junior member(s) of staff.

• Perform other responsibilities to support the needs of the company as assigned

Education and work experience

• A minimum of Master’s degree in biological sciences or other relevant fields, a PhD is a plus

• A minimum of 3 years of work experience, preferably in an assay development role

• Practical experience and in-depth knowledge of analytical techniques for the characterization of biological molecules. Working knowledge on SPR is a plus.

• Knowledge of and experience with Extracellular Vesicles is an asset

• Experience in developing immunoassays and in-depth knowledge of assay optimization methodologies and assay validation procedures.

• Strong experience in analysing immunoassay study data. Knowledge of DOE methodology and statistics is a plus.

• Preferably, you have a track record of developing and validating immunoassay(s) for commercial use

• Experience with working in a GLP or ISO 9001 environment is desirable, whereas ISO 13485 is a big plus.

• Full professional English proficiency, both written and verbal

Your profile

• Strong team player

• Self-directing and resourceful problem solver with strong analytical skills and a solid technical background

• Sense of ownership and able to independently plan and manage tasks efficiently

• Flexible and able to handle ever-changing situations

• Good feeling for quality

When you work for FOx Biosystems, you have a costumer and company centric focus. We are proactive and pragmatic. We look for colleagues with a proven track record so we can give them the independence and freedom to be successful in their line of work.

What we offer

Besides a great place to work and fantastic colleagues, we offer a number of fringe benefits, besides a competitive salary, such as:

• Additional leave

• Company computer

• Eco vouchers

• Food allowance

• Hospitalization insurance

• Life insurance

• Mileage reimbursement

• Retirement plan

Interested? Please contact us at careers@foxbiosystems.com