Associate Scientist (12-month fixed-term contract)

Smith & Nephew; Hull and East Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Private health and dental plans

Mentorship and hands-on training

Job summary

Smith+Naphew is seeking an Associate Scientist to advance microbiology research that supports new product development. You will plan experiments, analyze data, and communicate insights to guide development decisions in a collaborative environment.

The role offers exposure to multidisciplinary teams, ongoing learning, and opportunities to contribute to innovative products and health improvements.

Qualifications

• A degree in Microbiology or a related Life Sciences discipline, with relevant laboratory experience.
• Experience planning and conducting microbiological experiments, generating high quality, reliable data.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret results and communicate findings clearly through reports.
• A collaborative approach with multidisciplinary teams to solve scientific challenges.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct microbiology experiments and laboratory testing activities to support new product development projects.
• Analyse experimental data, accurately document findings, and prepare reports with conclusions and recommendations.
• Present results and insights to colleagues to guide future research and development decisions.
• Collaborate with wound biology specialists and cross functional teams to investigate and resolve scientific and technical challenges.
• Keep up to date with emerging microbiology research, industry developments, and share knowledge across the organisation.

Skills

Microbiology

Analytical skills

Data interpretation

Experiment design

Collaborative

Education

BSc in Microbiology

Job description

Life. Unlimited. At Smith+Naphew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. Ready to make a real impact through science? As an Associate Scientist, you'll play a key role in advancing microbiology research that supports the development of innovative products. Working alongside experienced scientists and cross functional experts, you will contribute to meaningful research, solve complex challenges, and help bring new ideas to life in an environment that values curiosity, collaboration, and continuous learning.

What will you be doing?

• Plan and conduct microbiology experiments and laboratory testing activities to support new product development projects.
• Work to agreed timelines and project schedules, ensuring research activities are delivered efficiently and to a high standard.
• Analyse experimental data, accurately document findings, and prepare reports that include conclusions and recommendations.
• Present results and insights to colleagues, helping to guide future research and development decisions.
• Collaborate with wound biology specialists and cross functional teams to investigate and resolve scientific and technical challenges.
• Contribute to discussions around microbiological theory, research methodologies, and practical applications.
• Keep up to date with emerging microbiology research, scientific literature, and industry developments.
• Share knowledge and technical expertise with colleagues across New Product Development and the wider organisation.
• Build and maintain strong internal networks to support learning, problem solving, and knowledge sharing.

What will you need to be successful?

Success in this role comes from combining strong scientific capability with curiosity, attention to detail, and a proactive approach. You'll be motivated by solving complex challenges, generating meaningful data, and contributing to innovative product development.

Key requirements include:

• A degree in Microbiology or a related Life Sciences discipline, with relevant laboratory experience.
• Experience planning and conducting microbiological experiments, generating high quality, reliable data.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret results, draw conclusions, and communicate findings clearly through reports and presentations.
• A collaborative approach with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams to solve scientific and technical challenges.

You. Unlimited.

We believe in creating the greatest good for society.

Our Strongest investments are in our people and patients we serve.

Inclusion and Belonging:

Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Inclusion and Belonging, Learn more about our Employee Inclusion Groups on our website (www.smith-nephew.com/).

Your Future:

• Generous annual bonus and pension Schemes, Save As You Earn share options.

Work/Life Balance:

• Flexible Vacation and Time Off, Paid Holidays and Paid Volunteering Hours, so we can give back to our communities!

Your Wellbeing:

• Private Health and Dental plans, Healthcare Cash Plans, Income Protection, Life Assurance and much more.

Flexibility:

• Hybrid Working Model (For most professional roles).

Training:

• Hands On, Team Customised, Mentorship.

Extra Perks:

• Discounts on Gyms and fitness clubs, Salary Sacrifice Bicycle and Car Schemes and many other Employee discounts.

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Unlimited., life, culture, and benefits at S+N. Explore our website and learn more about our mission, our team, and the opportunities we offer.

Smith+Naphew is a global medical technology company. We design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.

We support healthcare professionals to return their patients to health and mobility, helping them to perform at their fullest potential.

From our first employee and founder, T.J. Smith, to our team today, it’s our people who make Smith+Naphew a unique place. Yes, we love to innovate and develop exciting technologies, and we offer competitive salaries and progressive benefits.

But it’s our culture - of Care, Collaboration and Courage - that really sets us apart. Through a spirit of ownership and can-do attitude we work together to win. We’re a company of people who care about each other, about our customers and their patients, and about our communities. Together, we fulfill our shared purpose of Life Unlimited.