Scientific Associate, Technical Operations

Radiometer; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Leica Biosystems, part of Danaher, invites applications for a Technical Operations Associate Scientist role based on-site in Newcastle. The position covers tissue handling and cutting, testing, product lifecycle management, and investigations within a regulated laboratory environment.

You will contribute to regulatory readiness, quality documentation, and continuous improvement, supporting NPI and PLCM initiatives while delivering compliant product outcomes for customers globally.

Qualifications

• Relevant scientific qualification (BSc, MSc or equivalent experience) in a scientific discipline.
• Ability to work effectively in a regulated environment, following approved procedures, maintaining accurate records, and complying with quality and regulatory requirements.
• Strong laboratory and operational capability, with the ability to complete assigned activities accurately, safely, and to agreed quality and timeline expectations.

Responsibilities

• Execute laboratory and operational activities supporting product quality, compliance, and lifecycle management.
• Maintain regulatory compliance, quality standards, and accurate technical documentation.
• Support continuous improvement, investigations, and operational excellence initiatives.
• Contribute to successful delivery of NPI, PLCM, and business-critical Technical Operations programmes.

Skills

Regulated environment experience

Laboratory skills

Documentation skills

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in scientific discipline

Job description

Bring more to life. Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology? At Leica Biosystems, one of Danaher’s 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact. You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life. At Leica Biosystems, we’re not just shaping the future of cancer diagnostics — we’re transforming lives. Our mission of “Advancing Cancer Diagnostics, Improving Lives” is the driving force behind everything we do. As a global leader with the most comprehensive portfolio spanning from biopsy to diagnosis, we empower clinicians with innovative, reliable solutions so they can give patients timely, accurate answers when they need them most. When you join Leica Biosystems, you’re not just taking a job; you’re becoming part of a passionate team that knows every moment matters when it comes to cancer. You’ll help develop diagnostic solutions that turn anxiety into answers, and aid the acceleration of next‑generation, life-changing therapies. Surrounded by a diverse and collaborative global community, you’ll be inspired each day to stretch, grow, and make an impact. Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible.

The Technical Operations Associate Scientist drives organisational impact by delivering accurate, safe and compliant laboratory and operational activities across tissue handling and cutting, testing, product lifecycle management, new product introduction, investigations, and chemical and IVDR compliance. Through reliable execution, accurate documentation and contribution to structured problem-solving and continuous improvement, the role supports product quality, regulatory readiness, operational performance and the consistent delivery of products that meet customer and business needs

This position reports to the Graeme Garner and is part of the Technical Operations team located in Newcastle and will be an on-site role.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Execute laboratory and operational activities supporting product quality, compliance, and lifecycle management.
• Maintain regulatory compliance, quality standards, and accurate technical documentation.
• Support continuous improvement, investigations, and operational excellence initiatives.
• Contribute to successful delivery of NPI, PLCM, and business-critical Technical Operations programmes

The essential requirements of the job include

• Relevant scientific qualification (BSc, MSc or equivalent experience) in a scientific discipline.
• Ability to work effectively in a regulated environment, following approved procedures, maintaining accurate records, and complying with quality and regulatory requirements
• Strong laboratory and operational capability, with the ability to complete assigned activities accurately, safely, and to agreed quality and timeline expectations.

Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real‑life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.

For more information, visit www.danaher.com. Danaher is a leading global life sciences, biotechnology, and diagnostics innovator, helping to solve many of the world’s most important health challenges, ultimately improving quality of life for billions of people today, while setting the foundation for a healthier, more sustainable tomorrow. The Danaher ecosystem is made up of more than 15 businesses united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact.

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