Senior Assay Scientist - Biotechnology

Newton Colmore Consulting; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the biotechnology sector is seeking a Senior Assay Development Scientist in Birmingham. This role involves developing rapid in vitro diagnostics tools and leading R&D efforts. Candidates should have hands-on experience in diagnostics and ideally hold a PhD. The position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to drive innovation in a start-up environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with RT and qRT-PCR, nucleic acid extraction, and quantification.

Responsibilities

• Experimental planning and system improvement.
• Product development and support for scientists and engineers.
• Collaboration with science and engineering teams.

Skills

Hands-on experience in in vitro diagnostics

Molecular biology techniques

Education

PhD or Master's in relevant field

Job description

Senior Assay Scientist - Biotechnology

Newton Colmore has partnered with an exciting start-up in Birmingham seeking a Senior Assay Development Scientist to join their team.

As an Assay Development Scientist reporting directly to the Head of R&D, you will be part of the scientific R&D team focused on developing and evaluating rapid in vitro diagnostics tools during development and transfer to manufacturing.

You will work with standard and next-generation technologies, collaborating with science and engineering teams to support assay and device integration activities and generate performance evaluation data. Your responsibilities include experimental planning, system improvement, product development, and providing support and advice to fellow scientists and engineers.

To qualify for this role, you should have:

• Hands-on experience in the in vitro diagnostics field.
• Ideally a PhD, but Master's level candidates will also be considered.
• Experience with molecular biology techniques such as RT and qRT-PCR, nucleic acid extraction, and quantification.

In return, the company offers a highly competitive package and the opportunity to lead a start-up’s R&D team and bring innovative technology to life.

For more information, please contact Matthew Lowdon at Newton Colmore Consulting on 0121 268 2240 or submit your application, and our team will be in touch.

Newton Colmore Consulting specializes in recruiting within the medical devices and biotechnology sectors. With over ten years of experience, our goal is to maximize your chances of securing your ideal role.

Keywords: Assay Development, Biotechnology, In Vitro Diagnostics, IVD, Microbiology, Molecular Biology.