Senior Assay Scientist – IVD Biotech, Lead R&D

Newton Colmore; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting start-up in Birmingham is seeking a Senior Assay Scientist to lead the R&D team in developing rapid in vitro diagnostics tools. Candidates should have hands-on experience in the field and ideally hold a PhD or Master's degree in a relevant area. This role involves collaboration across teams to improve systems and support product development. The company offers a competitive package and the opportunity to shape innovative technology.

Benefits

Highly competitive package

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in the in vitro diagnostics field.
• Understanding of molecular biology techniques including RT and qRT-PCR.
• Experience in nucleic acid extraction and quantification.

Responsibilities

• Part of the scientific R&D team, focusing on developing rapid in vitro diagnostics tools.
• Collaborate with other teams to support assay and device integration activities.
• Contribute to experimental planning and system improvement.

Skills

Hands-on experience in the in vitro diagnostics field

Molecular biology techniques including RT and qRT-PCR

Nucleic acid extraction and quantification

Education

PhD in relevant field

Master's degree considered

Job description

An exciting start-up in Birmingham is seeking a Senior Assay Scientist to lead the R&D team in developing rapid in vitro diagnostics tools. Candidates should have hands-on experience in the field and ideally hold a PhD or Master's degree in a relevant area. This role involves collaboration across teams to improve systems and support product development. The company offers a competitive package and the opportunity to shape innovative technology.