Senior Assay Scientist - Biotechnology in Birmingham)

Newton Colmore Consulting; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biotechnology start-up in Birmingham is looking for a Senior Assay Development Scientist to join their team. This role involves developing and evaluating rapid in vitro diagnostics tools and leading R&D efforts. Candidates should have hands-on experience in diagnostics and knowledge of molecular biology techniques.

Benefits

Highly competitive package

Opportunity to lead R&D team

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in in vitro diagnostics field.
• PhD or Master's candidates considered.
• Knowledge of RT and qRT-PCR, nucleic acid extraction.

Responsibilities

• Work across standard and next-generation technologies.
• Collaborate with teams for assay and device integration.
• Generate performance evaluation data.

Skills

Hands-on experience in in vitro diagnostics

Knowledge of molecular biology techniques

Education

PhD in relevant field

Master's degree in relevant field

Job description

Senior Assay Scientist - Biotechnology

Position Overview

Newton Colmore has partnered with an exciting start-up in Birmingham seeking a Senior Assay Development Scientist to join their emerging team.

As an Assay Development Scientist reporting directly to the Head of R&D, you will be part of the scientific R&D team, focusing on the development and evaluation of rapid in vitro diagnostics tools during development and transfer to manufacturing activities.

Key Responsibilities

1. Work across standard and next-generation technologies.
2. Collaborate with science and engineering teams for assay and device integration.
3. Generate performance evaluation data.
4. Contribute to experimental planning, system improvement, and product development.
5. Provide support and guidance to fellow scientists and engineers.

Candidate Requirements

• Hands-on experience in the in vitro diagnostics field.
• Ideally PhD qualified; Master's candidates will also be considered.
• Knowledge of molecular biology techniques including RT and qRT-PCR, nucleic acid extraction, and quantification.

Offer

The company offers a highly competitive package and the opportunity to lead a start-up’s R&D team and develop innovative technology.

About Newton Colmore

Newton Colmore Consulting specializes in recruiting within the medical devices and biotechnology sectors. With over ten years of experience, we aim to maximize your chances of securing your ideal role.

Keywords

Assay Development, Biotechnology, In Vitro Diagnostics, IVD, Microbiology, Molecular Biology.