Senior Scientist I, Product Development (55131)
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Company Overview
binx health is a healthcare technology and diagnostics company focused on expanding access to care. The binx io is the world’s first FDA‑cleared, CLIA‑Waived point‑of‑care platform for chlamydia and gonorrhea testing in both males and females. Our rapid, molecular platform brings rapid, accurate and convenient infectious disease testing to clinical settings nationwide. Our solutions broaden access to care for millions and put proprietary testing solutions in the hands of clinicians everywhere. We work with universities, hospitals, clinics, public health departments, K‑12 schools, employers and other organisations to provide patient‑centric solutions for their communities.
Our Values: Bold – Tenacious – One Team – Fixated on Our Mission. We recognise that a diverse workforce adds value and strength to our organisation. People of colour, the LGBTQIA+ community, disabled candidates and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. binx health is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to equal employment opportunity and fair, equitable compensation regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
The Position
The position is within the Product Development team based in Trowbridge, UK, developing and optimising tests for our proprietary PoC Nucleic Acid Amplification Test (NAAT) platform, the binx io. Working within a team of scientists and engineers in an innovative and collaborative scientific environment, you will contribute to the creation and development of a range of applications and assays, as well as maintaining an efficient and professional laboratory. You will devise and lead tactical projects within the IVD design and development process, such as creating and assessing new approaches to NAAT technologies, optimisation, and integration of NAATs into robust and reproducible IVD products. You will lead by example and cultivate a supportive, collaborative, rigorous scientific culture.
Responsibilities
* Design and develop system‑based nucleic acid assays
* Compose well‑structured and unbiased experimental plans
* High‑quality execution of laboratory experiments
* Prepare technical reports summarising project outcomes and findings that lead into design decisions
* Optimise assays to meet performance requirements and ensure patient safety
* Develop and prepare quality system procedures and documentation
* Autonomously manage tactical projects
* Apply appropriate statistical tests to analyse experimental data
* Mentor junior technical staff
Education, Experience and Demonstrated Skills
* Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 3 years and a Master’s degree; or 2 years and a PhD.
Essential
* Strong laboratory‑based background
* Proven ability to plan and run tactical technical projects independently and successfully
* A logical and methodical approach to solving problems and investigations
* Multiplex PCR assay development and optimisation knowledge
* Experimental design, data analysis, and effective communication of results
* Produce and present technical data confidently and to a high quality
* Strong verbal & written communication
* Self‑motivated and willing to learn
* Good organisational and time‑management skills
* Attention to detail & well organised
* Experience in autonomously managing projects
* Competent in word processing, spreadsheets, statistical analysis and use of databases
Advantageous
* MSc or PhD in a relevant scientific discipline
* Verification and validation of equipment or products
* Working within Quality Management and Regulatory frameworks
* Industrial NAAT IVD product development experience
* Experience of laboratory management, both managing laboratory staff, behavioural practice within a laboratory and equipment servicing etc.
* Experience mentoring junior staff members in technical experiments
Additional Information
* Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
* Employment type: Full‑time
* Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
* Industries: Medical Equipment Manufacturing
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