Laboratory Specialist

Laboratory Specialist

Company Description

We are the company that cares – for our staff, for our clients, for our partners and for the quality of the work we do.  A dynamic, global company founded in 1995, we bring together more than 2,700 driven, dedicated and passionate individuals.  We work on the frontline of medical science, changing lives, and bringing new medicines to those who need them.

PSI’s business is about conducting clinical research of novel medications. We work at the interface of R&D, pharmaceutical industry and healthcare science and provide services to big and mid-sized pharmaceutical companies.  We help our clients to generate data about safety and efficacy of medications and bring the best ones to market.  By conducting global clinical research trials, PSI makes cutting-edge treatment available in drugstores all over the world and helps patients with serious medical conditions to improve or even save their life.  Help us to make sure that PSI medical and business documents are clear to patients, physicians, regulatory authorities, and clients.

We offer an inspiring story of the company that has grown organically from a handful of countries to global presence.  PSI is a mature company with standards and practices, but we do not stand still.  Every day, there is a figurative Everest to climb, and you will not get bored here.

Job Description

PSI Laboratory Specialists provide professional input to global clinical studies ensuring that the central, regional, and local laboratories involved in the study comply with industry good practices, PSI’s Standard Operating procedures and all relevant regulations.

This is a fully office-based role in Bangalore.

You will: 

• Supporting the selection of central and regional laboratories for clinical studies
• Providing support / consultancy on lab-related issues of clinical studies
• Participating in technical assessment of laboratories
• Coordinating the contracting of clinical laboratories
• Performing study-specific remote set up of clinical laboratories
• Preparing laboratory-related clinical study documentation
• Coordinating the transfer of samples between laboratories
• Participating in routine calls with contracted labs
• Conducting initiation and monitoring visits to laboratories
• Delivering training in laboratory related procedures
• Investigating and resolving issues with laboratories, couriers and clinical study sites
• Developing and/or implementing operational (project specific and laboratory specific) quality control documents
• Participating in system audits and follows up on audit findings related to laboratories that provide testing for the assigned projects

Qualifications

• University or college degree in Lifesciences is preferred
  • A college degree or PhD in Microbiology is a plus
• At least 2 years of experience working in a clinical laboratory setting or practical biochemistry/microbiology/cellular biology or medicine company
• Prior clinical research industry experience is a plus
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Attention to detail and organizational skills are critical 
• Ability to work in a team setting as well as independently as needed
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office tools

Additional Information

Join our highly dedicated team of clinical research professionals to make a tangible difference within a professional and energetic organization founded by scientists.

If you’re looking to advance your career at a company growing organically into new regions around the world, we would love to hear from you!

You will receive continuous support from your global peers and join a fast-paced, innovative, and results-oriented working environment with lean communication lines. We pride ourselves on being approachable, receptive to new ideas, and open to feedback.

Experience Level

Mid Level