Senior Scientist Performing critical work that impacts our industry and our world's health while problem solving and innovating in the field – that is what Sr. Scientists at KCAS Bio get to do every day. If that gets you excited too, then maybe working as a Sr. Scientist at KCAS Bio is the role for you. When you work as a Sr. Scientist in the BioPharma Sciences group at KCAS, you get to further our mission by leveraging your knowledge in bioanalytical and scientific principles to be responsible for carrying out all aspects of a study, from study setup through reporting, as well as development. You will also utilize your strong base in scientific principles/theories to assess data integrity and troubleshoot when necessary. Our BioPharma Sciences team uses ligand binding assay (LBA) platforms to conduct bioanalytical testing in support of drug discovery, preclinical, and clinical studies, including the quantification of proteins, biomarkers, and anti-drug antibodies in biological matrices using technologies such as ELISA, MSD, and other immunoassay-based methods. In this role, we will rely on you to: Design and execute all phases of assigned projects including assay development, qualification/validation, troubleshooting, data analysis, and report generation Act as lead scientist, help to design experiments, provide work instructions and technical training to more junior scientific staff in daily activities Be responsible for all client communication related to study conduct Interact with QAU to resolve identified audit issues and be accountable for continuous quality management in assigned studies Have final authority for sample identification, including clinical site discrepancies and/or client Be responsible for timeline adherence and communication of status to management as required Ensure compliance of study activities with pertinent portions of study protocol, SOPs and GLP regulatory requirements Prepare data summaries and final reports for client delivery Act as a technical expert for assay performance, troubleshooting, and problem solving Perform all aspects of the job in a way that supports company brand and supports company mission, vision, and values To qualify for this role, you will have: Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology, or related field with at least 5 years of experience in a bioanalytical laboratory environment Extensive hands-on experience working in a GLP-regulated laboratory environment (required) Strong experience with ligand binding assays (LBA), including ELISA, MSD, or similar immunoassay platforms Experience with assay development, qualification, and validation for biomarker, PK, and/or immunogenicity (ADA) assays Strong understanding of assay performance characteristics (precision, accuracy, sensitivity, selectivity, robustness) Experience troubleshooting complex assay performance issues and optimizing assay conditions Experience interacting with Quality Assurance and supporting audits and inspections Prior experience acting in a study lead or Principal Investigator–type role is preferred You will thrive at KCAS Bio if you enjoy a relational environment, are purpose- and values-driven, embrace constant development and supportive leadership, and enjoy being part of innovative work. Our benefits include, and extend beyond, the traditional package. At KCAS Bio, you will enjoy company sponsored events like food trucks, family days and spirit days. You will grow in your career with KCAS University. You will be able to connect with like-minded employees to further KCAS Bio's approach to key areas such as wellness, inclusion, and community outreach. You will engage as an owner in our stock ownership program. You will have access to the latest technology. And you will be able to invest in the community with paid time off to volunteer. We are a fast-growing contract research organization (CRO) headquartered in Kansas City, pioneering the latest drug development in both human and animal health fields. Demand for our expertise is growing and so is our need for great people to work in nimble, empowered teams committed to one another's growth. At KCAS Bio, we advance both great science AND great people. KCAS Bio is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Among other things, we provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected category; we recruit qualified candidates without regard to citizenship status based on internal processes that enable us to hire the right candidates consistent with the appropriate U.S. Immigration framework; and (3) we work with and provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs, observances, and practices. Anyone who needs reasonable accommodation may send an email to kcasrecruiting@kcasbio.com or call 913-248-3000 (for TTY assistance call 711).
