Meridian Bioscience is a fully integrated life science company that develops, manufactures, markets and distributes a broad range of innovative diagnostic products. We are dedicated to developing and delivering better solutions that give answers with speed, accuracy and simplicity that are redefining the possibilities of life from discovery to diagnosis. We are looking for talented and passionate individuals that help drive our vision. Our innovative culture will allow interested candidates to discover and create, through collaboration, cutting edge solutions to tough problems. Sr Research Assistant will provide support to the new molecular product development efforts of the R&D team by performing routine laboratory work and experimental work of various projects. This role is laboratory based, with the successful candidate reporting directly to the R&D Manager. Execute experimental work in agreement with the project leader Provide technical support on a variety of scientific projects Preparation of buffers and R&D reagents Follow internal SOP Contribute towards general documentation and products literature Keep accurate laboratory records Work to ISO13485 standards and understand their requirements Participation in R&D meetings Participation to routine tidiness of the laboratory MSc or equivalent experience in a Life Science or related discipline Experience in an active research laboratory or equivalent industrial environment