Higher Scientist, Molecular assays and immunochemistry

Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A regulatory agency for healthcare products is seeking a Higher Scientist for their Immunochemistry assays team in South Mimms, Hertfordshire. The role involves developing and performing analytical techniques such as ELISA and immunodiffusion. Candidates should have a relevant degree and experience with quality systems like ISO17025. Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills are also essential. The role is full-time and permanent, located in the lab, with applications closing on 6th January 2026.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with broad laboratory techniques including cell-based assays and biochemical techniques.
• Experience with method development and validation.
• Ability to work under an ISO17025 quality system.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely delivery of testing of biological medicines compliant with ISO17025.
• Support analytical tests, providing advice and troubleshooting.
• Engage with national and international stakeholders for service delivery.

Skills

Immunoassays (ELISA, immunodiffusion)

Analytical testing

Statistical analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience

Tools

Laboratory Information Management System

HPLC

Job description

Higher Scientist, Molecular assays and immunochemistry

Location: South Mimms, Hertfordshire, UK. Full‑time, permanent, lab based. Only personnel based in the UK can apply.

Who are we?

The Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) regulates medicines and medical devices, ensuring safety and effectiveness through science and research. The Science, Research and Innovation Group delivers public health impact and world‑leading research innovation.

What’s the role?

The post-holder will support the planning and management of day‑to‑day resource to meet key performance indicators. Working primarily in the Immunochemistry assays team, you will develop and perform analytical techniques such as ELISA and immunodiffusion, while also adapting to work across other test areas such as separation science, cell‑based assays, molecular and biochemical assays.

Key responsibilities

• Accountable to the Immunochemistry Team Lead, ensuring timely delivery of testing of biological medicines compliant with ISO17025 and other quality standards.

• Contribute to analytical tests with expertise in specific assays, analysing data, identifying issues and supporting resolution, and providing advice to colleagues across the Agency.

• Engage with national and international stakeholders, including WHO, EDQM, and academic institutes, to deliver expert services and training.

• Manage day‑to‑day delivery of strategic objectives, drive process improvement, and champion cross‑training opportunities to build resilience.

Who are we looking for?

• Degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience. Familiarity with immunoassays (ELISA, immunodiffusion) and broad laboratory experience (HPLC, cell‑based assays, molecular or biochemical techniques) is desirable.

• Experience of method development and validation, including statistical analysis and data presentation.

• Proven ability to work accurately and precisely within an ISO17025 (or similar) quality system, and experience with a Laboratory Information Management System.

• Strong communication, collaboration and stakeholder engagement skills.

• Analytical and problem‑solving capability, with a proactive approach to identifying and evaluating solutions.

Application details

Closing date: 6th January 2026. Shortlisting from 12th January 2026. Interviews from 19th January 2026.

For any assistance with the application or further questions, please contact [e-mail].