Technology Transfer Scientist

AliveDx; Penicuik; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Private medical cover

Life assurance

Additional annual leave

Cycle to work

Marketplace discounts

Job summary

AliveDx in Penicuik, Scotland seeks a Technology Transfer Scientist to bridge R&D and Manufacturing, leading transfer activities and ensuring GMP-compliant implementation of new products and processes.

You will coordinate validation programs, develop transfer strategies, and provide technical guidance across teams, while maintaining project timelines and contributing to continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Degree in Life Sciences, Engineering or related discipline.
• GMP-regulated pharma/biotech/medical device experience.
• Knowledge of Blood Grouping Reagents and processes.
• Experience in process development or technology transfer.
• Strong project planning and stakeholder management.
• Proactive and flexible with deadline management.

Responsibilities

• Lead technology transfer projects for new products, manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Plan, coordinate and drive technology transfer activities with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Develop and present technology transfer strategies and project plans.
• Lead preparation and execution of validation batches and provide technical guidance to the teams.
• Create and manage GMP documentation including manufacturing protocols, validation protocols, process maps, final product specifications and BMRs.
• Analyse process data and quality control results to support successful implementation.
• Manage Non-Conformances, CAPAs and Change Controls associated with technology transfer.
• Report project progress against agreed timelines with cross-department communication.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to new manufacturing projects.

Skills

GMP experience

Blood grouping reagents

Technology transfer

Project planning

Stakeholder management

Adaptability

Education

Degree in Life Sciences or Engineering

Job description

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At AliveDx, we empower diagnostic insights, transform patient care, and innovate for life. With over 30-years in in-vitro diagnostics, we put the health of patients first by creating innovative solutions designed for faster diagnostic results. Alba–– our blood bank reagents portfolio–– and MosaiQ®–– one of the first multiplexing and multimodality automated testing platforms––are designed to make labs more efficient and clinical decision-making more effective. Our journey started as Alba Bioscience, and later, Quotient. Today, as AliveDx, we innovate for life.

TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER SCIENTIST

AliveDx is recruiting for a Technology Transfer Scientist to join the Manufacturing Technical Implementation team based in Penicuik, Scotland. The role is a full-time, permanent position working Monday to Friday with flexible working arrangements where applicable.

As a Technology Transfer Scientist, you will play a key role in bridging Research & Development and Manufacturing, ensuring the successful transfer of new products, processes and technologies into routine manufacturing. Working cross-functionally, you will lead technology transfer activities, support validation programmes and e nsure manufacturing processes are implemented efficiently while meeting GMP and regulatory requirements.

YOUR MISSION

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Leading technology transfer projects for new products, manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Planning, coordinating and driving technology transfer activities with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Developing and presenting technology transfer strategies and project plans.
• Leading the preparation and execution of validation batches and providing technical guidance to the relevant teams.
• Creating and managing GMP documentation including manufacturing protocols, validation protocols, process maps, final product specifications and BMR's.
• Analysing process data and quality control results to support successful process implementation.
• Managing Non-Conformances, CAPAs and Change Controls associated with technology transfer activities.
• Reporting project progress against agreed timelines while ensuring effective communication across departments.
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives and contributing to new manufacturing-based projects.

YOUR COMPETENCIES

• A degree in Life Sciences, Engineering or a related scientific discipline or equivalent experience
• Experience working within a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical, biotechnology or medical device environment.
• Knowledge in Blood Grouping Reagents, products and processes
• Experience in process development, manufacturing technical support or technology transfer.
• Excellent project planning, organisational and stakeholder management skills.
• A proactive, flexible approach with the ability to manage competing priorities and tight deadlines.

WHAT WE OFFER

• A highly dynamic and growing environment.
• An opportunity to live your passion for intrapreneurial mindset, where cultivating innovation and customer centricity are at the heart of everything we do.
• A flexible working environment where applicable and a range of core and flexible benefits ranging from private medical cover, life assurance, additional annual leave, cycle to work, technology, experience days and access to marketplace discounts.

AliveDx is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals regardless of nationality, sex, disability, region/belief, sexual orientation or age. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on competences, performance and business needs.