Senior Molecular (PCR) Scientist/ Assay Development

Russell Taylor Group Ltd; Newbridge; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading diagnostics and life sciences company is seeking a Senior Molecular (PCR) Scientist/Assay Development in Deeside. The ideal candidate will conduct PCR assay development and manage customer engagement while adhering to regulatory standards. Required qualifications include a degree in a related field and experience in PCR development. The company offers a permanent contract with a salary of £35,000 - £45,000, alongside several benefits such as 25 days holiday and enhanced medical cover.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

14 days paid sick leave

Enhanced pension (5%)

Private medical, dental, and optical cover

Qualifications

• Essential experience in PCR assay development.
• Experience in a regulated industry is essential.
• Lyophilisation / assay stabilisation desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct PCR assay development test work and train staff.
• Advance development and manufacturing according to standards.
• Liaise with customers to ensure satisfaction.

Skills

PCR assay development

Customer engagement

Laboratory project management

Education

Degree in a related field

MSc / PhD preferred

Tools

ISO13485

Job description

Senior Molecular (PCR) Scientist/ Assay Development

Location: Deeside
Type: Permanent
Hours: Days (Monday to Friday)
Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 DOE

Additional: 25 days holiday + BH + birthday +1 day holiday for each year after 5 years (upto year 10), 14 days paid sick leave per year, enhanced pension (5%), private medical, dental and optical cover. Permanent medical insurance, death in service 4x salary.

Russell Taylor is working exclusively with a Diagnostics/Life Sciences company & looking for an Assay Development Scientist who will work in the Technical Services team at their new state of the art site in Deeside.

Reports to: Head of Technical Services

The Role:

• Conducting PCR assay development test work on a regular basis - also training staff on such activities as / when required
• Together with their Line Manager and Head of Technical Services, responsible for the advancement of all development and manufacturing according to defined service levels including turnaround times, project deadlines, productivity levels, quality levels and cost per sample
• Understanding and operation of instruments across site
• Playing an active role within the laboratory, completing projects where required and assisting in the scheduling and co-ordination of project work
• Liaising with customers frequently and as needed to ensure customer satisfaction and confidence; working closely with the Customer Engagement Manager, they will form and maintain strategic relationships with key customers and technology partners
• To participate in internal and external meetings, visits, and audits as and when appropriate and communicate any information back to the appropriate personnel
• When ready, ensure work is transferred into routine manufacture as smoothly as possible with the correct documentation and training
• Deliver the expectation of the customer whilst also balancing the interests of the Company
• Liaising with QA and commercial team to address any complaints, requests, or suggestions from service users
• Generation, design, and review of any required new documentation

The Person:

• Will hold a Degree in a related field, or an MSc /PhD would be preferred with industrial experience
• Essential experience in PCR assay development
• ISO13485 experience desirable, working in regulated industry essential
• Lyophilisation / assay stabilisation desirable

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Job Info

Job Title:

Senior Molecular (PCR) Scientist/ Assay Development

Company:

Russell Taylor Group Ltd

Location:

Deeside, Fintshire

Posted:

Sep 23rd 2025

Closes:

Oct 24th 2025

Sector:

Medical, Pharmaceutical & Scientific

Contract:

Permanent

Hours:

Full Time