Consultant Immunoassay Development (Diagnostics | Neurodegenerative Diseases) Contract: Temporary / Consultant role Location: Ghent, Belgium An established diagnostics company active in neurodegenerative diseases is seeking an experienced Consultant Immunoassay Development Specialist to support hands-on assay development on automated immunoassay platforms. Due to recent growth and increased project demand, the R&D organization is strengthening its development capacity. This is a practical, development-focused role, working on assays already in the pipeline rather than exploratory research. Key Responsibilities Hands-on development of immunoassays on automated immunoassay platforms Design, optimization, and validation of assay workflows and reagents (e.G. antibodies, liquids, buffers, hybridization steps) Support development of explorer / prototype assays (research use, service mode, pharma collaborations) Support RUO assays progressing toward IVD development Work on multiple assays in parallel at different stages of development Produce accurate, structured documentation in line with quality and IVD requirements Support assay lifecycle activities , including troubleshooting, updates, and performance improvements Key Requirements Hands-on experience with automated immunoassay platforms (ELISA-based automated systems ) Strong, proven experience in immunoassay development Ability to independently design, optimize, and troubleshoot assays What We’re Looking For MSc or PhD in Life Sciences, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or a related field IVD experience is a strong plus Highly structured, precise working style with strong documentation skills Ability to work autonomously while collaborating closely with multidisciplinary R&D teams Comfortable working in structured, quality-driven or regulated environments Interested or know someone suitable? Feel free to reach out directly or apply via LinkedIn for a confidential discussion. 📧 f.signorello@panda-int.com 📞 +31 (0)20 20 44 502