Head of high dimensional flow cytometry & FACS facility

Site Name: Belgium-Rixensart Posted Date: Jan 9 2023 Job Purpose Reporting to the Head of Immunology, the Head of high dimensional flow cytometry & FACS facility will provide strong leadership of a multidisciplinary team of highly skilled scientists and technicians who are expert in disciplines that underpin modern vaccine development. The function will work in a matrix environment to support the other immunology teams in developing innovative & competitive cytometry read-outs aligned with Vaccines Discovery & Development needs, and providing insightful contributions to Translational Science programs and associated cytometry needs, to remain at the edge of our understanding of the immune system and discover/develop a rich pipeline of new vaccine assets that meets important medical needs. In his/her scope of work, he/she will be responsible for maintaining a high standard FACS facility in terms of equipment (flow cytometers, cell sorters,…), trainings, and analytical tools for research lab users, and for creating and maintaining a network of collaborations with world-class scientists in the discipline who will broaden our cutting-edge cytometry capabilities. The job is complex due to the technical nature of the high dimensional cytometry discipline and to the scientific contributions to a portfolio of diverse vaccine targets and translational science investigations. Additionally, this individual will lead and engage in productive cross-functional relationships with various teams within the organization such as the corresponding teams in the other RD sites, TRD, clinical sciences, Finance/Procurement, …. Key Responsibilities This role will provide YOU the opportunity to lead key activities to progress YOUR career. These responsibilities include some of the following: Provide effective and inspiring leadership of the function, ensuring support to professional development and qualification of staff, while reinforcing wellbeing within the organization Manage, allocate and prioritize resources (people, equipment, budget) in support to discovery and vaccine development projects , as well as Translational Science programs according to Vaccines R&D priorities Play a critical role in harmonization of best practices (equipment, trainings, analytical tools,…) & alignment/partnership with equivalent functions at other RD sites (Vx & Rx) Ensures the team is up to date and use cutting edge technologies and ideas to deliver the best Cytometry capabilities in support of vaccine candidates according to project/R&D priorities Strong scientific leadership to ensure interface with key scientific internal (other preclinical platforms)/external (data science, technical R&D, Clinical Laboratory Sciences) GSK stakeholders or interactions with external partner in the context of outsourcing of activities Foster identification and leveraging of external (funding or scientific) opportunities allowing to support and accelerate preclinical discovery and development of new vaccines Ensure Health, Safety and the Environment is an integral part of the operations and culture. Minimize the impacts to the community, resources utilized and the effect on the environment. Why you? Basic Qualifications: We are looking for professionals with these required skills to achieve our goals: Ph.D and post doctoral degree in life sciences Previous experience as expert in Cytometry (ideally previously leading a FACS facility) and leader of PhD level scientists with strong scientific track record + 3-5 year experience in Vaccine industry, or equivalent in academic/research environment Leadership capability – demonstrated ability to lead and inspire teams, and develop and individuals and allocate resource strategically and according to priorities Management of people with high expertise (including PhD’s) and diverse scientific backgrounds & experience Strong engagement/educational skills needed to ensure proper cytometry trainings in the organization Interactions with other GSK experts within a matrix environment Management of scientific collaborations worldwide and interactions with external Key Opinion Leaders Preferred Qualifications: If you have the following characteristics, it would be a plus: Ph.D degree in life sciences and post-doctoral degree in the field of immunology Why GSK? At GSK, we have already delivered unprecedented change over the past four years, improving R&D, becoming a leader in Consumer Healthcare, strengthening our leadership, and transforming our commercial execution. Now, we’re making the most significant changes we’ve made to our business in over 20 years. We’re on track to separate and create two new companies in 2022: New GSK with a leading portfolio of vaccines and specialty medicines as well as R&D based on immune system and genetics science; and a new world-leading consumer healthcare company of loved and trusted brands. With new ambition comes new purpose. For New GSK, this is to unite science, talent, and technology to get ahead of disease together – all with the clear ambition of delivering human health impact; stronger and more sustainable shareholder returns; and as a new GSK where outstanding people thrive. Getting ahead means preventing disease as well as treating it. How we do all this is through our people and our culture. A culture that is ambitious for patients – so we deliver what matters better and faster; accountable for impact – with clear ownership of goals and support to succeed; and where we do the right thing. So, if you’re ready to improve the lives of billions, join us at this exciting moment in our journey. Join our challenge to get Ahead Together.