NGS Scientist – Lab-Based R&D & Data Insights

OGT; Oxford; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A global genomic solutions provider in Oxford is seeking an NGS Scientist to contribute to new product development in genomic research. You will assist in laboratory preparation, sequencing, and data interpretation while ensuring data integrity and communicating findings. The ideal candidate holds a degree in Life Sciences, has hands-on experience with NGS technologies, and is a strong communicator. This role offers a competitive salary, pension scheme, and private health insurance among other benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension Scheme (10% non-contributory)

Private Health Insurance

Private Dental Insurance

Group Income Protection

Group Life Assurance

25 days holiday plus UK bank holidays

High Street Discount Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in sequencing based molecular approaches and assay design.
• Hands-on experience of targeted NGS assay workflow execution.
• Ability to multitask and manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist with new products and technologies introduction.
• Plan and conduct experiments and analyze results.
• Ensure integrity of sequencing data and troubleshoot issues.

Skills

Sequencing based molecular approaches

Effective communication

IT skills for data presentation

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

BSc to PhD in Life Sciences

Tools

NGS technologies

Job description

A global genomic solutions provider in Oxford is seeking an NGS Scientist to contribute to new product development in genomic research. You will assist in laboratory preparation, sequencing, and data interpretation while ensuring data integrity and communicating findings. The ideal candidate holds a degree in Life Sciences, has hands-on experience with NGS technologies, and is a strong communicator. This role offers a competitive salary, pension scheme, and private health insurance among other benefits.