Senior Scientist – Assay Development
Location: Near Bath
Type: 6 month Contract
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Scientist to join an innovative healthcare technology company developing next-generation molecular diagnostic solutions.
Working as part of a multidisciplinary Product Development team, you will play a key role in the development and optimisation of novel diagnostic assays for a proprietary point-of-care testing platform. This position offers the opportunity to take ownership of technical projects, contribute to cutting-edge product development and help bring impactful healthcare technologies to market.
The Role
As a Senior Scientist, you will lead a focused technical project aimed at developing and optimising thermal cycling and detection parameters for a multiplex PCR assay. You will be responsible for designing experiments, analysing complex data, drawing meaningful conclusions and driving projects forward independently.
You will work closely with scientists and engineers in a collaborative environment while also mentoring junior members of the team and helping to maintain high scientific standards across the laboratory.
Key Responsibilities
* Design and execute experimental plans to achieve project objectives
* Lead assay development and optimisation activities
* Generate high-quality experimental data and technical reports
* Analyse results using appropriate statistical methods
* Present findings and recommendations to support development decisions
* Manage technical projects with minimal supervision
* Ensure laboratory activities are conducted efficiently and professionally
* Support and mentor junior scientists
* Contribute to a collaborative and innovative scientific culture
About You
We are looking for an experienced scientist with strong molecular biology expertise and a proven track record in assay development.
You will ideally possess:
* Degree, MSc or PhD in Molecular Biology, Biological Sciences or a related discipline
* Strong hands-on molecular biology laboratory experience
* Experience developing and optimising qPCR or multiplex PCR assays
* Proven ability to independently manage scientific projects
* Strong experimental design and data analysis skills
* Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
* A logical and methodical approach to problem solving
* Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
* The ability to thrive within a collaborative, fast-paced development environment
Desirable Experience
* Industrial experience within molecular diagnostics or IVD development
* Experience working with NAAT technologies
* Knowledge of Quality Management Systems and regulatory frameworks
* Experience supporting products through regulated development processes
What's on Offer
* Opportunity to work on innovative diagnostic technologies with real-world impact
* Collaborative and highly skilled scientific environment
* Significant technical ownership and autonomy
* Career development opportunities within a growing organisation
* Competitive salary and benefits package
If you are an experienced assay development scientist looking for an opportunity to contribute to the development of cutting-edge molecular diagnostics, we would be delighted to hear from you.