IVD Scientist

Location:

Flintshire

Salary: £29,000 - £34,000 DOE

Working Hours:

Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week

Working Arrangement:
Fully site-based

We are exclusively recruiting for a Laboratory Scientist to join an established scientific team, where you will contribute to a range of laboratory operations, quality control activities and development projects. This role is ideal for someone who has exposure to IVD industry work post university who enjoys hands-on laboratory work and is keen to broaden their technical experience.

As a Laboratory Scientist, you will support a variety of laboratory operations, including diagnostic testing, assay development and the manufacture of IVD kits. Responsibilities will include:

• Supporting kit manufacture, formulation and new assay development.
• Receiving and processing client samples and raw materials.
• Operating laboratory equipment, including PCR and capillary sequencing systems.
• Conducting quality control checks on incoming materials, in-process samples and finished products.
• Managing stability storage activities and preparing kits and samples for dispatch.
• Analysing data, preparing reports and maintaining accurate laboratory records in line with GDP standards.
• Maintaining laboratory cleanliness, equipment and health and safety standards.
• Taking ownership of assigned projects and providing training or supervisory support when required.

To be considered for this opportunity, you should have:

• A relevant scientific degree or equivalent laboratory experience.
• Practical laboratory experience within a scientific, diagnostic, biotechnology or related environment (Essential - they unfortunately can not take on graduate level for this role).
• A good understanding of laboratory procedures, quality control and accurate record-keeping.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow established protocols.
• Good organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and work to deadlines.
• Confident communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a wider scientific team.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and a willingness to learn new techniques and processes.
• Experience with PCR, molecular biology, diagnostic testing, assay development or laboratory manufacturing would be particularly beneficial.

If you're a Laboratory Scientist looking for your next opportunity in Flintshire or the surrounding North Wales and Cheshire areas, we'd love to hear from you.