Principal Scientist, Quality Control

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The Principal Scientist, QC for Leica Biosystems is responsible for leading projects in relation to Quality Control requirements. This role will utilize Molecular/FISH/IHC experience and knowledge to ensure that QC testing is adequate to ensure product performance in relation to new products. This position is part of the Quality Control (QC) team located in Newcastle, United Kingdom and will be an onsite position.

You will be a part of the QC team and report to the QC Manager responsible for ensuring that all design review and production readiness activities in relation to Quality Control are met to ensure the successful transfer of new products to the QC department. This is inclusive of all streams within the QC Department. If you thrive in a multifunctional and fast paced role and want to work to build a world-class Quality organization—read on.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Be responsible for planning, organizing and conducting duties related to Quality Control – New Product Development and Lifecycle Projects
• Proven and demonstrable experience with IHC, molecular or FISH techniques
• Identify tissue commonly used in QC Testing
• Assess IHC / FISH Staining Techniques
• Slide screening of Class I, II and III Medical Device products
• Act as part of a team, or as a project lead, if required
• Participate in cross-functional teams at various phases of the development cycle as the Quality Control representative

The essential requirements of the job include:

• Proven and demonstrable experience within the biomedical field
• Experience of working within a regulated environment within a Scientific Field
• Understanding of histological/immunohistochemical techniques
• Work experience in a Quality Control or Quality Assurance environment
• Experience of working to a recognized Quality Management System (e.g. ISO13485) and following quality procedures including Good Document Practice
• Histology / immunohistochemistry and/or FISH / ISH experience including Microtomy and Microscopy
• Working knowledge of design controls for regulated products

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• Understands Pharma structure and drug development
• Experience of interactions with Pharma Partners

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