Principal Scientist, Virology

CK Group are working in partnership with a leading UK life sciences biotechnology company to recruit an experienced Principal Scientist with expert virology knowledge, to join them at their site based in East London on a permanent basis.
The Company:
An industry-leading clinical development services business based in East London
Principal Scientist Role:

• Provide scientific expertise, leadership and advice to multiple projects.
• Develop training plans and deliver study management training programs alongside line managers.
• Training, mentoring and supervising all Senior Research Scientists and Study Leads.
• Client facing role, supporting in the setup of their projects.

Responsibilities:

• Provide full Study Management function.
• Provide technical advice and expertise in clinical study design, in line with client requirements.
• Attend client meetings and conferences as a technical expert in virology, viral challenge model and GMP Virus.
• Expert understanding of the mechanism of action of viral infection and antiviral drugs and vaccines.
• Have an expert knowledge in the field of virology as well as a thorough understanding of developments in assay technologies.

Your Background:

• Degree in relevant scientific subject or PhD in Biological Science.
• Expert Virology knowledge gained throughout academia and industry.
• Working knowledge of GLP labs and standards.
• Ability to supervise and mentor.
• Experienced in project management and providing technical support to senior key stakeholders and clients.

Apply:
It is essential that applicants hold entitlement to work in the UK. Please quote job reference�56754 in all correspondenc