Scientific Project Manager

Scientific Project Manager

Job summary

Who are we at Arctech Innovation:

  • We are on a mission to protect people’s health by enabling new and innovative products and technologies to predict and prevent the spread of pests and disease.
  • We all live in a bug’s world. For every one of us, there’s around 500 million of them. We know we can’t eliminate every pest or disease. We also know that the next pandemic is likely to be an insect-borne disease. So, at Arctech Innovation, we are bringing together artificial intelligence with the genius of nature to revolutionize the way we manage diseases and prepare for future outbreaks.
  • We believe in the power of partnership-driven social impact – we work with the private sector, governments, NGOs and academia to drive behaviour change, consumer engagement and community education to protect people against the threats of communicable diseases, in particular those diseases transmitted by insect vectors.
  • With our deep expertise in medical entomology, insect behaviour, analytical chemistry, behaviour change and data modelling, we’ve already impacted more than 250m lives and established Arctech Innovation as an influencer and disruptor within global and public health.

Who you are:

  • You are dynamic, enthusiastic, inquisitive and a self-starter, who loves to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • You want to work on an amazing mission to improve the health of people worldwide, drawing on your own skills and know-how to help us to develop and evaluate novel products in collaboration with the private sector
  • You want to work with a first-class team of scientists whose passion for researching insects, diseases and human health is matched by their innovative spark, entrepreneurial zeal and purpose-driven mindsets.

Your role:

Arctech Innovation is seeking a Scientific Project Manager to work in our highly-reputable Contract Research team. Reporting to the Director of Contract Research, you will play a key role in implementing and managing a diverse range of exciting research projects in collaboration with the biggest commercial companies working in public health and vector control based in the UK and internationally. You will be a dynamic, enthusiastic, inquisitive and detail-oriented scientist with entomology and vector control expertise as a core part of your skillset together with strong data handling, project management and communication skills. Knowledge of OECD Good Laboratory Practice, ICH Good Clinical Practice and Good Laboratory Practice would be an advantage.

Main duties and responsibilities:

Main responsibilities

  • Implementing and project managing clinical and non-clinical studies. This will involve:

Experimental planning and design

Writing SOPs, Risk assessments and Clinical Trial Protocols

Training and supervising where necessary to ensure protocols are adhered to and robust data is generated

Conducting laboratory testing including experiments with mosquitoes and other insects. This will involve exposure to insect bites

Reporting on protocol deviations and adverse events

Data analysis, interpretation and report writing

Conducting studies in accordance with GLP and/or GCP as required

  • Regular reporting to the contract research director on project milestones
  • Maintenance of client relationships
  • Insect rearing (where required)
  • Contributing to the writing of scientific manuscripts and delivery of presentations in meetings
  • Assist with other administrative, operational and research activities where required
  • Budget and resource planning for projects
  • Production of client quotes and assisting in the development of new client relationships
  • Leading on the production of scientific outputs in various formats as required
  • Assist in securing funding via the writing of grant applications
  • Line management of team members

Person specification:

Essential

· Science degree and MSc in a Entomology (or related discipline) or equivalent work experience

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

· Strong organisational and prioritisation skills, with excellent attention to detail

· Project management knowledge and experience

· Proven ability to juggle a high and varied workload whilst maintaining accuracy

· Experience of study design and management of biological data

· Good computer skills with a range of computer programmes

· Proven ability to perform statistical analysis on biological data

· Proven ability to work both independently and within a multi-disciplinary team

Desirable

· Knowledge of vector control tools, vector ecology and behaviour

· Experience of managing and developing junior team members

· Knowledge of Good Laboratory Practice and/or Good Clinical Practice

· Knowledge of WHOPES and Biocidal Product Regulations (BPR)

Why work at Arctech Innovation:

We offer excellent training and development opportunities as well as a competitive salary and benefits package including 30 days’ annual leave, six company wellbeing days and hybrid working options to promote a flexible and inclusive work environment.

We are situated in expert facilities with offices and labs at The Cube, London East-UK Business and Technical Park, Dagenham. This is a hybrid role with some travel anticipated to visit clients and prospective clients as well as field sites in the UK and overseas.

At Arctech Innovation we embrace diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse Company representing all backgrounds, harnessing industry-leading scientific innovation, and behaviours.

Application Information:

To apply, please email your CV and covering letter to jobs [at] arctechinnovation.com. The position will remain open until filled.

More information:

For information on Arctech Innovation please visit: https://www.arctechinnovation.com/

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £36,414.00-£39,416.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Company pension

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

  • Do you have practical experience in Entomology?

Work authorisation:

  • United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Dagenham