Scientist Pharmacology

16/05/23

Location

Technologiepark 94, 9052 Zwijnaarde, Belgium

Vacancy

Dualyx NV (www.dualyx.com), located in Ghent (Belgium), is a fast-growing and innovative biopharmaceutical company developing novel therapies through state-of-the-art antibody generation. Our pipeline consists of a number of promising immune modulating programs, including an antibody agonist targeting the TNF receptor 2 (TNFR2), which is currently in the line-up for clinical development. Our goal is to create long-lasting treatments for people with autoimmune indications with a high unmet medical need.

Backed by a syndicate of top-notch investors, we have now successfully completed a Series A financing (https://www.dualyx.com/media), making us ready to expand our research and development team with highly talented and motivated people.  

At the moment, we are looking for a Scientist Pharmacology to strengthen our dynamic research team in Ghent (full-time employment; 80-100% on-site).

 

Accountabilities

  • Develop, troubleshoot and qualify complex assays according to industry standards and guidelines, and perform sample analysis using in-house developed assays:

    • Assays for activation, suppression, migration using (primary) immune cell subsets from different species

    • Cell-based and biochemical binding experiments

    • Ligand-binding assays for biomarker evaluation (ELISA, multiplexing)

  • Design well-controlled experiments, prioritize your workflow and independently interpret your data

  • Perform wet lab experiments, document experimental protocols and study results in detailed final reports, analyse and summarize data in a timely fashion, present status updates to team members

 

Qualifications

  • Bachelor, Master in Biomedical, Biotechnology or Pharmaceutical sciences

  • At least 2 years of industry experience

  • Direct hands-on experience with flow cytometry, culturing primary cells and cell lines, protein labelling and advanced molecular biology techniques is required

  • Experience with the design, development and optimization of cellular and biochemical assays for the evaluation of novel targets is required

  • Expertise in complex pharmacology assays (receptor occupancy, potency or biomarker assays) is an additional asset.

  • Quality-conscious attitude and ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with effective time-management skills.

  • Proficiency in oral and written communication (English) and in MS Office is required, additional knowledge of analysis software (Spotfire, GraphPad) is an asset.

We offer you the unique opportunity to join a high-potential biopharmaceutical company and contribute critically to Dualyx’ development. If you believe your profile fits this job description, please send your application to HR@dualyx.com.

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