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Performing critical work that impacts our industry and our world’s health while problem solving and innovating in the field – that is what we get to do every day at KCAS Bio. If that gets you excited too, then maybe working at KCAS Bio is for you.    

As a Sr Scientist on the KCAS BioPharma LBA team, you get to further our mission as a core technical expert in quantitating proteins and anti-drug antibodies. You will provide oversight in the areas of early drug discovery, preclinical toxicology work, and clinical studies, including multiplexing by LBA (ligand binding assays) platforms, LCMS (liquid chromatography mass spectrometry), and flow cytometry.

Learn more about our work in BioPharma here: Large Molecule Bioanalysis - KCAS Bio and Biomarker services - KCAS Bio 

• Design, plan, and execute bioanalytical assays (ADA, PK, Biomarker and Nab) method development and validation. 
• Proficient in using common immunoassay platforms (ELISA, MSD, Luminex, etc.) 
• Design complex experiments & evaluate outcome vs. regulatory guidelines, white papers, and current industry practices. 
• Troubleshoot problems and actively participate in the life cycle management of assays. 
• Act as lead scientist, provide work instructions and technical training to more junior scientific staff in the conduct of assigned projects. 
• Interact with clients and/or auditors, as necessary. 
• Act a technical expert for all aspects of process design and problem solving. 
• Perform all aspects of job in a way that supports company brand and supports company mission, vision, and values.  

• Bachelor’s degree in Immunology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Biology, or related field with at least 4 years of experience from CRO or Biotech/Pharmaceutical in large molecule immunoassay development/validation OR 
• Master’s degree in Immunology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Biology, or related field with at least 2 years of experience from CRO or Biotech/Pharmaceutical in large molecule immunoassay development/validation OR 
• PhD in Immunology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Biology, or related field and at least 1 years of experience from CRO or Biotech/Pharmaceutical in large molecule immunoassay development/validation 
• Good knowledge of Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
• Ability to design, develop, validate, and execute ligand-binding assays including ELISA and ECL-based assay. 
• Watson LIMS proficiencies preferred. 
• Strong attention to detail 
• Cell based assays experience is a plus. 
• Good written and verbal communication skills 
• Strong technical writing and basic computer skills 
• Willingness and ability to provide procedural training and coaching 
• Depending on your background and qualifications, we may consider hiring you for one of three levels of Scientist roles at KCAS. This will be determined during the interview process.  

(Please note this is a representative summary of responsibilities, not a comprehensive or exclusive list of the duties to be performed in any position. Employees must follow instructions and perform additional duties as requested.)

WHO YOU ARE

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.

WHAT YOU’LL GET

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.

WHO WE ARE

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) and ask for Human Resources.

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