Kinetica South Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom
About the Company
I am currently partnered with a life science company based in South Yorkshire that is developing next-generation benchtop imaging equipment designed to transform molecular analytics. Their mission is to make high-resolution molecular imaging accessible and impactful across life sciences and pharmaceutical research.
Role Overview
The company is seeking a PhD-level Assay Scientist with at least 5 years of experience in assay development to lead the design, development, and optimization of assays for integration with benchtop imaging platforms. This position is ideal for a hands‑on scientist with strong expertise in molecular biology, biochemistry, or biophysics who excels at developing and validating robust, scalable imaging‑based assays.
Key Responsibilities
* Design, develop, and optimize assays compatible with benchtop molecular imaging systems.
* Validate assay performance, including sensitivity, specificity, and reproducibility.
* Troubleshoot and refine experimental workflows to achieve consistent high‑quality results.
* Work closely with Engineering, Product Management, and Manufacturing teams to translate assays into commercially viable products.
* Prepare technical documentation such as protocols, SOPs, and validation reports.
* Stay current with emerging trends in fluorescence imaging, molecular detection, and assay design.
* Contribute to the development of new assay formats and support ongoing product innovation.
Requirements
* PhD in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Biophysics, or a related field.
* Minimum of 5 years of hands‑on experience in assay development.
* Proven expertise with imaging‑based, fluorescence‑based, or high‑sensitivity detection assays.
* Strong troubleshooting and optimization skills.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Experience
* Experience in transferring assays from R&D to manufacturing or productization.
* Familiarity with regulated environments (e.g., GLP, ISO 13485).
* Understanding of pharmaceutical R&D, biomolecular screening, or imaging‑based workflows.
This is a unique opportunity to join a pioneering company at the forefront of molecular imaging innovation. If you’re passionate about developing assays that drive next‑generation technologies and want to be part of a fast‑growing, collaborative team shaping the future of molecular research, we’d love to hear from you.
Seniority level
Associate
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Research and Science
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