Scientist II

Oxford Gene Technology; Oxford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Health Insurance

Group Income Protection

Group Life Assurance

High Street Discount Scheme

Job summary

Oxford Gene Technology in Oxford is seeking a Scientist II in the Research & Development team. This role involves lab-based research and innovative development work in genomic solutions, contributing to product development, sequencing, and data analysis.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in Life Sciences and experience in sequencing techniques. In return, you'll receive benefits including private health insurance and a high street discount scheme.

Qualifications

• Qualified to a minimum of BSc, preferably PhD, in Life Sciences with experience in sequencing.
• Hands-on experience with targeted NGS assay workflow execution.
• Demonstrable communication skills both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with new product introductions and methodologies.
• Planning and conducting experiments and analysing results.
• Maintaining the integrity of sequencing data with troubleshooting.

Skills

Sequencing based molecular approaches

Molecular biology assays design and development

Effective communication

IT skills for data analysis

Time management

Ability to multitask

Attention to detail

Education

BSc to PhD in Life Sciences

Tools

NGS technologies

Job description

OGT is a leading global provider of clinical and diagnostic genomic solutions. We believe in creating products and partnerships that enable clinicians to deliver personalised healthcare to patients and that empower clinical researchers to develop the next generation of precision medicines.

An opportunity has arisen in our Oxford based Research & Development team for a Scientist II. Reporting to the Head of Development, you will play an integral role in all aspects of new product development including laboratory preparation, sequencing, bioinformatics, and data interpretation. You will have the opportunity to make a significant contribution to the development of our NGS capabilities and portfolio.

This role is suited to someone who wants to perform lab-based research and innovative development work whilst working in a commercial environment.

What you’ll be doing for us:

• Assisting with the introduction of new products, technologies and methodologies which either increase existing efficiencies or expand the product portfolio
• Finding solutions for and implementing methods to resolve Company scientific/technical issues
• Planning and conducting experiments and analysing results
• Maintaining integrity of sequencing data, including troubleshooting, problem identification, resolution, and communication
• Writing experimental methods and results using quality guidelines in a logical and concise manner
• Attending R&D meetings, reporting on work progress and presenting findings
• Ensuring a smooth flow of information between R&D and other departments
• Keeping up to date with relevant scientific and technical developments to disseminate any new information which may benefit the Company
• Producing all required documents for relevant technical transfers.

What we are looking for in you:

• Be qualified to a minimum of BSc, up to PhD, or equivalent in Life Sciences with demonstrable experience in sequencing based molecular approaches, design and development of molecular biology assays (NGS and others)
• Demonstrate hands‑on experience of targeted NGS assay workflow execution (DNA to sequencer) and operation of different sequencing technologies
• Be an effective communicator both in writing and verbally
• Have effective IT skills enabling you to summarise and present complex datasets
• Be well organised in your approach to work, with good time management
• Be able to multitask effectively and perform complex studies in parallel with minimal supervision to agreed deadlines
• Have the tenacity and desire to understand and persevere with obtaining results
• Be a strong team player with excellent attention to detail.

In return you will receive:

• Private Health Insurance
• Group Income Protection
• Group Life Assurance
• High Street Discount Scheme.

Please note that we will need to establish your right to work during the recruitment process.

Please note, we are unable to sponsor any visa applications at this time and applicants must have the right to work in the UK.