Global Clinical Immunology Scientist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United Kingdom, +3 more countries.

📋 Description

• Assist in the implementation and performance of immunological assays for IAVI-sponsored clinical trials and research initiatives.

• Offer scientific and technical support to Clinical Research Centers, partner laboratories, and Contract Research Organizations (CROs).

• Aid in assay feasibility, laboratory preparedness, development, optimization, qualification, validation, technology transfer, and execution.

• Provide both remote and on-site technical assistance and training during the transfer, implementation, and performance monitoring of assays.

• Evaluate assay performance and laboratory data, identify challenges, assist in troubleshooting and root-cause analysis, suggest corrective measures, and escalate significant risks.

• Support laboratory quality activities in compliance with GCP/GCLP standards, study protocols, SOPs, and laboratory quality systems.

• Assist in the implementation of the EQA program, including data analysis, reporting, troubleshooting, and follow-up activities.

• Provide scientific and technical insights on assay feasibility, laboratory performance, technical risks, and clinical trial execution.

• Ensure equipment and reagent readiness, conduct documentation reviews, manage biosafety, and coordinate sample management and shipment.

• Participate in laboratory data review, analysis, interpretation, and reporting.

• Communicate laboratory performance, findings, and technical challenges through reports, presentations, and discussions.

• Foster relationships across partner laboratories and CROs, sharing lessons learned and best laboratory practices.

• Deliver technical training on assay methodologies, procedures, and good laboratory practices.

⛳️ Requirements

• Master’s degree in immunology, biological sciences, or a related discipline.

• A minimum of two years of relevant laboratory experience.

• At least two years of related post-PhD experience is essential.

• Practical experience with ELISpot, ELISA, PBMC isolation and cryopreservation, neutralization assays, multiplex assays, or flow cytometry.

• Experience in supporting clinical research laboratory activities aligned with GCLP requirements.

• Familiarity with implementing, adapting, and documenting immunological laboratory procedures for clinical research.

• Background in supporting assay development, optimization, qualification, validation, or technology transfer.

• Proven experience in reviewing assay performance, resolving technical issues, and recommending corrective actions.

• Experience in reviewing, interpreting, and reporting laboratory data from research or clinical trials.

• Proficient in writing or reviewing SOPs, laboratory protocols, or related technical documentation.

• Skillful in communicating technical information and providing laboratory training or technical support.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet established deadlines.

• Experience in collaboration with internal teams and external laboratory partners.

• Willingness to travel internationally to support partner laboratories (approximately 10–15%).

• Experience in supporting clinical trials or laboratory programs in Low- and Middle-Income Countries (LMIC), especially in Africa, is preferred.

• Experience in providing technical support to CRO laboratories is advantageous.

• Familiarity with statistical analysis tools, including R, is desirable.

🏝️ Benefits

• Salary is offered in local currency and is competitive with the local job market.

• Generous employer contributions to retirement savings plans.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance options.

• Competitive paid time off policy.

• Potential for annual bonuses based on performance.