Japanese Speaking - Life Science Technical Consultant

JAC Recruitment (UK) Ltd.; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Life Science & Engineering Consultancy in Cambridge seeks a Japanese Speaking Technical Consultant. The role involves technical product development, client engagement, and project leadership in medical diagnostics. Ideal candidates possess a strong scientific background, fluency in Japanese and English, and the ability to navigate client relationships effectively.

Qualifications

• Strong academic background in Mechanical Engineering, Biochemistry, or Physics.
• Experience in life sciences, biotechnology, or medical technology environments.
• Demonstrated product development experience.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to solving technical challenges in medical diagnostics.
• Engage in multiple projects, fostering client relationships.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to tailor solutions.

Skills

Fluency in Japanese

Fluency in English

Client relationship management

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Cultural awareness of Japanese business practices

Education

Strong academic background in scientific or engineering discipline

Job description

Company: Life Science & Engineering Consultancy

Position: Japanese Speaking - Technical Consultant (Life Science Team)

Location: Cambridge, UK (permanent, office based)

Visa:Visa sponsorship can be considered

Salary: Depends on candidate's experience

Key Responsibilities:

Technical Product Development, Client Engagement and Project Leadership

• Contribute to solving ambitious technical challenges in medical diagnostics.

• Engage in multiple projects simultaneously.

• Expand your knowledge in new scientific and technological fields.

• Develop your project leadership skills.

• Build relationships with clients and prospective clients by understanding their needs

• Collaborate with internal teams a multidisciplinary team of scientists, engineers, and designers to tailor solutions to market-specific requirements

• Use your fluency in Japanese and English to foster strong relationships and drive technical collaboration

Required Skills and Experiences:

• Strong academic background in a scientific or engineering discipline (e.g., Mechanical Engineering, Biochemistry, Physics)

• Fluent in both Japanese and English

• Deep cultural awareness of Japanese business practices and client relationship management

• Experience in life sciences, biotechnology, or medical technology environments

• Experience of demonstrative product development

• Ability to work collaboratively in interdisciplinary teams

• Willingness to travel internationally as needed

※Kindly be advised that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We appreciate your understanding

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