Research And Development Scientist

Advanced Medical Solutions; Winsford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in innovative tissue-healing technology is seeking an R&D Senior Scientist in Winsford. The role involves extensive experience in cell biology assays and biocompatibility, with responsibilities including managing a team and supporting medical device development. Candidates should have a degree in Biological Sciences and strong collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• Degree in Biological Sciences or related field.
• Experience with in-vitro cellular assays.
• Relevant biocompatibility experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing using various cell biology assays.
• Manage and develop direct reports within the R&D team.
• Ensure compliance with Good Laboratory Practices.

Skills

Cell biology assays

Biocompatibility

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Biological Sciences

Job description

R&D Senior Scientist, Winsford, Cheshire

About Advanced Medical Solutions

AMS is a world-leading independent developer and manufacturer of innovative tissue-healing technology, focused on quality outcomes for patients and value for payers. AMS offers a wide range of surgical products, including tissue adhesives, sutures, haemostats, internal fixation devices, and internal sealants, marketed under brands like LiquiBand, RESORBA, LiquiBandFix8, LIQUIFIX, Peters Surgical, Ifabond, Vitalitec, and Seal-G. AMS also supplies wound care dressings such as silver alginates, alginates, and foams through its ActivHeal brand and white label products. Since 2019, the Group has made seven acquisitions, expanding its expertise and product portfolio globally. AMS's products are manufactured in multiple countries and sold worldwide via a network of partners, distributors, and direct sales teams. The Group has R&D innovation hubs in the UK, Ireland, Germany, France, and Israel, and employs over 1,500 staff. For more information, visit www.admedsol.com.

AMS is committed to equal employment opportunities, valuing diversity and ensuring no discrimination based on gender, race, age, nationality, disability, or other protected characteristics.

Job Details

We are recruiting an R&D Senior Scientist with extensive experience in cell biology-based tests and expertise as an SME in biocompatibility. This role involves supporting the design and development of medical devices by providing compliant technical support to R&D, with management responsibilities for direct reports. The position reports to the R&D Manager and is based in Winsford.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Perform testing and investigations using various cell biology assays, including cell viability, scratch assays, cell model setup, cell imaging/fluorescence, ELISA, anti-inflammatory screening, cytotoxicity, and MMP sequestration.
2. Assist in developing, optimizing, and validating new test methods for R&D projects.
3. Act as an SME in biocompatibility, generating, reviewing, and approving documentation for new product design and modifications according to standards.
4. Manage and develop direct reports within the R&D team.
5. Accurately record data and maintain documentation following Good Laboratory Practices and R&D procedures.
6. Conduct literature research to correlate findings.
7. Maintain the Tissue Culture Laboratory in a compliant state, ensuring materials, reagents, cell lines, and equipment are in stock, calibrated, and validated.
8. Ensure all practices comply with current cell biology standards and test methods.
9. Author and approve scientific protocols, reports, publications, and posters, providing conclusions and recommendations.
10. Support regulatory submissions with documentation and testing.
11. Assist Sales & Marketing in producing marketing collateral.
12. Participate actively in departmental meetings and contribute to continuous improvement.
13. Adhere to high standards of GLP and H&S in laboratories.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Degree in Biological Sciences or related field.
• Experience with a broad range of in-vitro cellular assays.
• Relevant biocompatibility experience preferred.
• Management experience.
• Ability to apply regulations independently.
• Effective team collaboration skills.
• Attention to detail and high scientific standards.
• Results-driven with good organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills.