Assay Architect (f/m/d) - fixed-term until December 2027

Siemens Healthineers; Llanberis; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global medical technology company is seeking an Assay Architect based in Llanberis, UK. You will lead assay development projects, manage interdisciplinary teams, and guide R&D staff. The ideal candidate holds a PhD in Biological Sciences or a related field, with extensive experience in Life Sciences and medical devices. Join us to shape the future of healthcare in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Many years of professional experience in Life Sciences, Medical Devices, or Diagnostics.
• Expert knowledge of analyzers and related processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead project meetings and manage task timelines.
• Coordinate project requirements and communicate them effectively.
• Plan and implement project schedules to avoid delays.
• Guide R&D staff in analytical verification protocol development.
• Support colleagues with technical questions.

Skills

Excellent English language skills

Ability to work across teams

Commitment and integrity

Self-motivation

Education

PhD in Biological Sciences or related field

University degree in Biological Sciences or related field

Tools

Knowledge of analyzers

Expertise in reagent and development processes

Job description

Do you want to help create the future of healthcare? Our name, Siemens Healthineers, was selected to honor our people who dedicate their energy and passion to this cause. It reflects their pioneering spirit combined with our long history of engineering in the ever‑evolving healthcare industry.

We offer you a flexible and dynamic environment with opportunities to go beyond your comfort zone in order to grow personally and professionally. Sounds interesting?

Assay Architect (f/m/d)

Independently leads new assay development and/or method improvement projects on automated immunoassay products. You will lead very complex research, evaluation, analysis and planning across multiple projects. You will provide technical leadership of projects from concept to transfer to routine manufacturing and launch.

This position is a fixed‑term position for 24 months and can be located in either Marburg (Germany) or Llanberis (United Kingdom).

Please note that we can only accept CVs in English language.

Your tasks and responsibilities

• You will lead interdisciplinary Element Team/Design Change/Design Transfer meetings and represent R&D at Core Team Meetings, responsible for the timely processing of assigned tasks.
• You will communicate and coordinate the project requirements (resources and project budget) in the function and report them back to the project team.
• You will plan, communicate and implement the schedule, assist in the creation of the project schedule and in the definition of measures to avoid project delays. You will provide technical management of the technical staff assigned to the core team.
• You will guide technical R&D staff in the development of analytical verification protocols for new applications, new assay developments or lifecycle improvement projects.
• You will lead investigations and support colleagues with your knowledge and technical questions, even outside of the team.

To find out more about the specific business, have a look at Laboratory diagnostics.

Your qualifications and experience

• You have a university degree in Biological Sciences or related field – a PhD in the mentioned field would be desirable.
• You have many years of professional experience in Life Sciences, Medical Devices or Diagnostics (preferred) or relevant transferable experience.
• You have expert knowledge of analyzers, reagent and development processes.

Your attributes and skills

• You have excellent English language skills (verbal and written).
• You excel by your commitment, integrity and a high level of self‑motivation.
• You have the ability to work across different teams and collaborate effectively.

Our global team

Siemens Healthineers is a leading global medical technology company. 73,000 dedicated colleagues in over 70 countries are driven to shape the future of healthcare. An estimated 5 million patients across the globe benefit every day from our innovative technologies and services in the areas of diagnostic and therapeutic imaging, laboratory diagnostics and molecular medicine, as well as digital health and enterprise services.

Our culture

Our culture embraces different perspectives, open debate, and the will to challenge convention. Change is a constant aspect of our work. We aspire to lead the change in our industry rather than just react to it. That’s why we invite you to take on new challenges, test your ideas, and celebrate success.

Equal Opportunity Employer

As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from individuals with disabilities.