Scientific Ops Associate – Lab, Quality & NPI

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

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.