In Vitro Lab Scientist
Akkodis is an organization with more than 1,000 engineering, scientific and digital experts in Belgium. Our mission is clear: create a smarter future together! We are a one-stop-shop for engineering, IT, Life Science, and new technologies. Our combined passion for talent and technology allows us to look at the world differently.
With our 360° offer we support companies in all sectors in implementing Smart Industry solutions, from the up and reskilling of entire teams to the delivery of complete projects. Our added value? We make incredible happen!
What are your responsibilities?
As a Laboratory Scientist in theIn Vitro Safety team, you will be responsible for designing, planning, and executing a wide range of hands-on laboratory experiments to support drug discovery and safety assessment projects. Your daily activities will include preparing samples, conducting in vitro assays, analyzing experimental data, and documenting results with precision. You will collaborate closely with colleagues to troubleshoot experiments, optimize laboratory methods, and ensure the highest standards of scientific rigor and safety.
To be successful in this role, here is the job summary:
• Execute in vitro and histology and wet laboratory-based activities from an experimental point of view
• Design and plan experiments, organize and prepare samples, process experimental data, capture findings in reports and communicate with team members and project leads to optimally support project portfolio
• Work independently and cross functionally across various teams to tackle scientific problems
• Collaborate closely with senior scientists and pathologists to ensure accurate interpretation of in vitro and histological/immunohistochemical data
• Ability to work independently, meet tight deadlines, and integrate novel technologies quickly
• Present results and findings at internal project teams
And your major accountabilities:
• Conduct in vitro experiments to identify potential liabilities in pre-clinical drug development
• Develop, optimize, and validate IHC assays (e.g., colorimetric, fluorescent)
• Design of experimental set-up, sample organization and preparation, data processing and analysis, reporting of the results
• Ensure translation of strategy into hands-on lab work
• Execute laboratory activities for the development and optimization of innovative methods and in vitro models, enabling biochemical and biological assays to elucidate molecular mechanisms of toxicity.
• Ensure that activities are conducted in ethical and safe manner according to the code of conduct
• Guarantee proper experiment planning and execution, providing technical support when necessary
• Communicate effectively and provide regular updates to team meetings to achieve high transparency, quality and traceability
• Participate in the drafting of SOPs in order to be compliant with internal guidelines
• Ensure correct and accurate documentation during operations, recording all experimental data and test results accurately and in the specified format
• Establish, verify, validate and implement procedures and technical protocols
• Organize, store, and manage stock of laboratory reagents and supplies, as needed
What is the profile we are looking for?
• Ability to think critically and demonstrated troubleshooting and problem-solving skills (identify problems, collect and analyze data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions)
• Well organized, flexible, meticulous and rigorous with good time management
• Interpersonal skills to communicate and maintain good working relationships within the team and with internal/external collaborators
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for presenting and articulating experimental findings and their conclusions to project teams
• Expertise in mammalian cell culture (primary, iPSC), molecular biology (RNA, DNA, qPCR) and biochemical endpoints (Capillary electrophoresis-based immuno-assay, Western Blot, ELISA, MSD)
• Previous experience with the technical steps in histology processing, including tissue trimming, embedding, sectioning, and staining (e.g., H&E, special stains).
• Good skills in scientific writing and competence in creating reports
• Ability to work independently in experimental design, execution, data analysis, data interpretation and communication
• Ability to independently learn and rapidly integrate novel technologies
What’s the offer you can’t refuse?
As an AKKODIS Team member, you will be:
* Onboarded in your position via a buddy process
* Supported in your career by your Business Manager
* Actor of your training plan and your personal and professional development
* Benefiting from a permanent contract
* Benefiting from a competitive salary package including several extra-legal benefits
Do you any questions? You can contact me at marie.defruit@akkodis.com