<div><p>An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Scientist to join an innovative healthcare technology company developing next-generation molecular diagnostic solutions.</p><p>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.</p><h3>The Role</h3><p>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.</p><p>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.</p><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Design and execute experimental plans to achieve project objectives</li><li>Lead assay development and optimisation activities</li><li>Generate high-quality experimental data and technical reports</li><li>Analyse results using appropriate statistical methods</li><li>Present findings and recommendations to support development decisions</li><li>Manage technical projects with minimal supervision</li><li>Ensure laboratory activities are conducted efficiently and professionally</li><li>Support and mentor junior scientists</li><li>Contribute to a collaborative and innovative scientific culture</li></ul><h3>About You</h3><p>We are looking for an experienced scientist with strong molecular biology expertise and a proven track record in assay development.</p><p>You will ideally possess:</p><ul><li>Degree, MSc or PhD in Molecular Biology, Biological Sciences or a related discipline</li><li>Strong hands-on molecular biology laboratory experience</li><li>Experience developing and optimising qPCR or multiplex PCR assays</li><li>Proven ability to independently manage scientific projects</li><li>Strong experimental design and data analysis skills</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication abilities</li><li>A logical and methodical approach to problem solving</li><li>Strong organisational skills and attention to detail</li><li>The ability to thrive within a collaborative, fast-paced development environment</li><li>Industrial experience within molecular diagnostics or IVD development</li><li>Experience working with NAAT technologiesKnowledge of Quality Management Systems and regulatory frameworks</li><li>Experience supporting products through regulated development processes</li></ul><h3>Whats on Offer</h3><ul><li>Opportunity to work on innovative diagnostic technologies with real-world impact</li><li>Collaborative and highly skilled scientific environment</li><li>Significant technical ownership and autonomy</li><li>Career development opportunities within a growing organisation</li><li>Competitive salary and benefits package</li></ul><p><b>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.</b></p></div>