Senior Scientist

Senior Scientist - Assay Development

Location:

Bath
Type:
Permanent, Full-Time

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Scientist to join an innovative healthcare technology company developing next‑generation molecular diagnostic solutions.

Working as part of a multidisciplinary Product Development team, you will play a key role in the development and optimisation of novel diagnostic assays for a proprietary point‑of‑care testing platform. This position offers the opportunity to take ownership of technical projects, contribute to cutting‑edge product development and help bring impactful healthcare technologies to market.

As a Senior Scientist, you will lead a focused technical project aimed at developing and optimising thermal cycling and detection parameters for a multiplex PCR assay. You will be responsible for designing experiments, analysing complex data, drawing meaningful conclusions and driving projects forward independently.

You will work closely with scientists and engineers in a collaborative environment while also mentoring junior members of the team and helping to maintain high scientific standards across the laboratory.

• Design and execute experimental plans to achieve project objectives
• Lead assay development and optimisation activities
• Generate high‑quality experimental data and technical reports
• Analyse results using appropriate statistical methods
• Present findings and recommendations to support development decisions
• Manage technical projects with minimal supervision
• Ensure laboratory activities are conducted efficiently and professionally
• Support and mentor junior scientists
• Contribute to a collaborative and innovative scientific culture

We are looking for an experienced scientist with strong molecular biology expertise and a proven track record in assay development.

You will ideally possess:

• Degree, MSc or PhD in Molecular Biology, Biological Sciences or a related discipline
• Strong hands‑on molecular biology laboratory experience
• Experience developing and optimising qPCR or multiplex PCR assays
• Proven ability to independently manage scientific projects
• Strong experimental design and data analysis skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• A logical and methodical approach to problem solving
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• The ability to thrive within a collaborative, fast‑paced development environment

• Industrial experience within molecular diagnostics or IVD development
• Experience working with NAAT technologies
• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems and regulatory frameworks
• Experience supporting products through regulated development processes