Sequencing Platform Development Scientist

Oxford Nanopore Technologies; Oxford; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Generous pension contributions

Private healthcare

Job summary

Oxford Nanopore Technologies in Oxford, UK is seeking a Development Scientist to join the Sequencing Development Team. This role focuses on the technical development of current and future sequencing products, integrating hardware, software, firmware, and flow cell chemistry to advance performance and scalability.

You will improve the reliability of core sequencing platforms and help design next-generation sequencing technologies, working within a multidisciplinary team and contributing to

Qualifications

• Degree in chemistry, biochemistry, biology, or a relevant field.
• Desirable additional qualifications (FMEA, ISO 9001/13485).
• Essential: 2+ years in developing scientific products or applications.

Responsibilities

• Develop current and future sequencing products with hardware, software, firmware, and flow cell chemistry.
• Improve performance and reliability of core sequencing platforms.
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team including Research, Development, Engineering and Informatics.

Skills

Linux

Python

Laboratory techniques

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology or relevant field

Desirable qualifications: FMEA, ISO 9001 or ISO 13485

Tools

Pipetting

Thermocyclers

Job description

Oxford Nanopore Technologies in Oxford, UK is seeking a Development Scientist to join the Sequencing Development Team. This role focuses on the technical development of current and future sequencing products, integrating hardware, software, firmware, and flow cell chemistry to advance performance and scalability.

You will improve the reliability of core sequencing platforms and help design next-generation sequencing technologies, working within a multidisciplinary team and contributing to