Associate research scientist

🔬 Associate Research Scientist – Bioanalysis (Clinical Trials)

📍 Belgium| Hybrid Working

💼 12 month Contract (Mat cover)


We are currently supporting an innovative and growing life sciences organisation in their search for an Associate Research Scientist to support bioanalytical activities across clinical trials.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly collaborative, cross-functional environment where you will play a key role in clinical study monitoring, vendor oversight, and bioanalytical delivery.


🚀 The Role

As an Associate Research Scientist, you will act as a sponsor representative/study monitor, working closely with CROs, external laboratories, and internal teams to ensure clinical studies are delivered on time, to quality, and in line with regulatory expectations.

You will be involved across the full bioanalytical study lifecycle, supporting data flow, documentation, vendor management, and study execution.


🔑 Key Responsibilities

* Monitor ongoing clinical studies to ensure timelines, data flow, and deliverables are on track
* Act as a key point of contact for CROs and external labs, leading regular updates and follow-ups
* Review and support approval of:
* Study plans
* Bioanalytical reports
* Trial documentation (e.g., protocols, SAPs, CSRs)
* Ensure bioanalytical vendors receive all relevant study documentation and updates
* Track and manage study changes, deviations, and amendments in line with quality standards
* Maintain organised and accurate documentation across platforms (e.g., SharePoint, Teams)
* Communicate study progress, risks, and updates to internal stakeholders
* Escalate issues related to timelines, quality, or budget where required


✅ Requirements

* PhD in Immunology, Molecular Biology, or related field
* OR Master’s degree with 4+ years of relevant industry experience
* Experience in clinical study monitoring within pharma, biotech, or CRO environments
* Strong experience working with CROs, vendors, and external laboratories
* Knowledge of bioanalytical techniques, particularly biologics/antibody-based assays
* Experience supporting analysis of human samples in clinical trials
* Strong understanding of GCP, GCLP, and regulatory standards
* Excellent organisational and documentation management skills
* Strong communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally


⭐ Nice to Have

* Background in bioanalysis, assay development or qualification
* Experience with ligand binding assays or LC-MS
* Experience overseeing assay performance at external vendors
* Prior experience in a study monitoring or clinical project support role


💡 Why Apply?

* Opportunity to work on cutting-edge clinical programmes
* High level of cross-functional exposure and stakeholder engagement
* Collaborative and supportive team environment
* Strong focus on quality, innovation, and development


📩 If you’re interested, apply directly or reach out for a confidential discussion.


Tshering Sherpa