Development Scientist I, Analytical

Canadian Blood Services

Development Scientist I (analytical focus) at Canadian Blood Services supporting blood components and processes development. Work includes laboratory assays, data analysis, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Posted 7/25/2026full-timeVancouver • 🇨🇦 CanadaMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$99,600 - CA$117,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in analytical assay development and optimization, with a strong foundation in blood products and biologics. Proficient in experimental design, data analysis, and effective communication of scientific findings.

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PhD In Relevant Scientific DisciplineExperience With Flow CytometryStrong Knowledge Of Blood ProductsAdvanced Knowledge Of Experimental DesignUnderstanding Of Good Manufacturing Practice

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Hard Skills

Analytical TechniquesAssay CharacterizationData CollectionData AnalysisELISAEnzymatic AssaysCoagulation TestingCell Morphology AssaysProtein Characterization TechniquesEktacytometry

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal CommunicationCollaborationTroubleshootingPresentation Skills

Tools & Technologies

Standard Operating ProceduresWork InstructionsTechnical ReportsScientific Documentation

Industry Keywords

Blood Component ManufacturingRegulated IndustryGood Documentation PracticeProduct DevelopmentProcess Development

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the development, optimization, and characterization of analytical assays used to characterize blood and blood products
Conduct complex laboratory assays and ensure accurate documentation of experimental activities and results
Support development studies, including laboratory testing, data collection, analysis, and reporting
Review, analyze, and interpret data, identify potential issues, and contribute to troubleshooting activities
May assist with assay execution and other enabling work that supports development projects
Conduct literature reviews and summarize scientific evidence relevant to assays and analytical techniques used in blood product and process development
Prepare standard operating procedures, work instructions, technical reports, presentations, and other scientific documentation
Present findings to project teams and internal stakeholders in a clear and concise manner
Troubleshoot and support investigations related to analytical methods, working under the guidance of senior scientists
Collaborate effectively with cross-functional stakeholders and contribute to a positive team environment
Work independently as well as a part of a large development project team, as determined by project needs
May contribute to national and international visibility of Canadian Blood Services development work by contributing to manuscript preparation for journal submission, or preparing and submitting abstracts to, and presenting posters and oral abstracts at, local, national and international blood industry conferences

Requirements

What you’ll need

PhD degree in a relevant scientific discipline, or a Master's degree with at least 3 year’s of research and development experience (preferably in assay development in blood component manufacturing or a related regulated industry)
Strong knowledge of blood products, biologics or related fields and the analytical techniques in these fields
Experience with some of the following analytical techniques: Flow cytometry, ELISA or other plate-based assays, Enzymatic assays, Coagulation or aggregation testing, Cell morphology or microscopy-based assays, Ektacytometry, Protein characterization techniques
Advanced knowledge of experimental design, assay characterization and qualification, data collection, and data analysis
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate scientific information clearly
Experience with preparing work instructions/standard operating procedures
Understanding of good manufacturing practice and good documentation practice
Experience with product or process development in a regulated environment is considered an asset.
An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.

Benefits

Comp & perks

4 weeks' vacation
Annual performance award up to 8%
Comprehensive group health, dental and vision benefits for you and your family
Defined benefit pension plan
Employee discounts, wellness program, professional resources