IVD R&D Scientist II: Design, DoE & Transfer

Kleboe Jardine Ltd; Livingston; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

FlexMedical Solutions is expanding its technical capability and is seeking an R&D Scientist II to play a key role in the design, development and transfer of innovative IVD products into manufacturing. You will operate as a scientific lead on defined work packages, working directly with clients and cross-functional teams to deliver robust, scalable solutions.

This role offers a technically focused environment within a scaling organisation, with opportunities to guide projects from concept through

Qualifications

• Experience in IVD development within a regulated environment.
• Ability to design and interpret experiments using DoE methodologies.
• Familiarity with ISO 13485 and design control processes.
• Background in electrochemical or equivalent detection systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication with clients and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Design and build reagents and assay systems from first principles.
• Plan and execute DoE studies and technical investigations.
• Develop product and process documentation for manufacturing transfer.
• Lead experimental programmes and produce client-ready reports.
• Apply statistical analysis to drive data-based decisions.
• Provide scientific input into product, process and DFM activities.
• Collaborate with customers, suppliers and internal engineering teams.

Skills

IVD development experience

DoE design of experiments

ISO 13485 / design control

Electrochemical detection

Client-facing communication

Education

Degree in a relevant scientific discipline

Job description

FlexMedical Solutions is expanding its technical capability and is seeking an R&D Scientist II to play a key role in the design, development and transfer of innovative IVD products into manufacturing. You will operate as a scientific lead on defined work packages, working directly with clients and cross-functional teams to deliver robust, scalable solutions.

This role offers a technically focused environment within a scaling organisation, with opportunities to guide projects from concept through