Product Development Scientist

Stem Recruitment; Penicuik; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Product Development Scientist to join an innovative team in the UK. This permanent role involves leading projects within the Product Development department, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, analyzing results, and supporting team training. Candidates must have a science degree, relevant lab experience, and strong communication skills. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in biomedical product development and includes professional development benefits.

Benefits

Professional development

Exposure to regulatory standards

Dynamic innovative environment

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in regulated laboratories, preferably in medical devices or pharma.
• Experience in assay development, product/reagent formulation, and immunohaematology.
• Ability to work under pressure and maintain high-quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate design and development projects in Product Development.
• Analyze experimental results and assist with documentation.
• Support the training of team members and ensure compliance with GMP/GLP standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Teamworking

Attention to detail

Data analysis

Education

Science degree or equivalent qualification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

We are seeking a Product Development Scientist to join our client's innovative team on a permanent basis. In this role, you will lead and coordinate design and development projects within the Product Development department, ensuring that investigations and experimental work comply with regulatory standards. You will be responsible for analysing experimental results, assisting with documentation, and supporting the training of team members. The role requires close collaboration across departments, effective communication, and adherence to GMP/GLP standards to deliver high-quality products within strict timelines.

Qualifications

• Science degree or equivalent qualification
• Relevant experience in regulated laboratories, e.g., medical devices or pharma
• Experience in assay development, product/reagent formulation, and immunohaematology
• Strong IT skills (MS Office), data analysis, and problem‑solving abilities
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work under pressure
• Teamworking, communication skills, and a proactive attitude

Joining this company offers the opportunity to work within a dynamic environment dedicated to innovation and continuous improvement. Benefits include professional development, exposure to regulatory standards, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in biomedical product development.