Senior Research Scientist

Senior Research Scientist - Portland OR- on site

ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. We’re proud to foster an inclusive environment driving innovation and excellence, and we welcome you to join us on our mission to shape the future of clinical development.

This is an exciting opportunity to work within a fast paced, busy environment for a leading global provider of outsourced development services to the pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device industries. The primary role of the Senior Research Scientist is to oversee the scientific aspects of an assay development/validation project.

• Independently direct development and validation of new genomic assays
• Exhibit scientific leadership related to the testing of clinical trial samples for RT-PCR, qPCR, and ddPCR assays
• Independently manage all aspects of R&D assay validations; experiments, data analysis, sponsor updates, interact with:
  Scientific Affairs, IT, operational labs, business development, and project management teams
• Experienced multi-tasker with the ability to work independently with a high degree of quality
• Attend and present results at client facing meetings
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proven track record in delivering focused customer service and client satisfaction
• Experience in managing multiple projects and meeting deadlines
• Excellent presentation skills
• Serve as a scientific leader within the department
• Ability to remain composed and even keeled in stressful situations, performing effectively in spite of shifting priorities, workload and external pressures
• Knowledge of basic computer programs

• Minimum 6 years of experience in genomic assays
• PhD in science related field preferred, Bachelors or master's with 6 to 8 years of experience
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, good laboratory and organizational skills, including the ability to work independently and efficiently.
• Ability to multitask, along with an orientation toward teamwork and leadership, and strong creative thinking and problem-solving skills.

Our success depends on the quality of our people. That’s why we’ve made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.

In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of additional benefits. Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and are focused on well‑being and work life balance opportunities for you and your family.

Our benefits examples include:

• Various annual leave entitlements
• A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family’s needs.
• Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
• Global Employee Assistance Programme, Life Works, offering 24‑hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialised professionals who are there to support you and your family’s well‑being.
• Life assurance
• Flexible country‑specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidised travel passes, health assessments, among others.

If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know or submit a request here ()

At ICON, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values. We’re dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. ICON is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Interested in the role, but unsure if you meet all of the requirements? We would encourage you to apply regardless – there’s every chance you’re exactly what we’re looking for here at ICON whether it is for this or other roles.