Molecular Assay Scientist I - PCR/NGS Innovator

Singular: Building Brilliant Biotechs; Woking; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Guildford Diagnostics Co. is seeking an early-career Scientist I in Molecular Assay Development to design, optimise, and validate DNA/RNA assays. This lab-based role offers hands-on work with PCR, qPCR, dPCR and NGS, and exposure to the full assay development lifecycle.

You will work on a Guildford site (5 days onsite) with MSc or PhD in Molecular Biology and 1–2 years in assay development or diagnostics. The role emphasises practical execution, rigorous validation, and collaboration with

Qualifications

• MSc or PhD in Molecular Biology or related field.
• 1–2 years’ experience in molecular assay development or diagnostics.
• Hands-on expertise in PCR, NGS and/or digital PCR.

Responsibilities

• Execute molecular biology workflows including PCR, qPCR, dPCR, and NGS.
• Design and optimise molecular assays for sensitivity and reproducibility.
• Perform analytical validation (LoD, specificity, precision, linearity).

Skills

PCR

NGS

digital PCR

qPCR

Education

MSc or PhD in Molecular Biology

Job description

Guildford Diagnostics Co. is seeking an early-career Scientist I in Molecular Assay Development to design, optimise, and validate DNA/RNA assays. This lab-based role offers hands-on work with PCR, qPCR, dPCR and NGS, and exposure to the full assay development lifecycle.

You will work on a Guildford site (5 days onsite) with MSc or PhD in Molecular Biology and 1–2 years in assay development or diagnostics. The role emphasises practical execution, rigorous validation, and collaboration with