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Senior Research and Development Scientist

Job in Motherwell, North Lanarkshire, ML1, Scotland, UK
Listing for: Clearline Recruitment Ltd
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-27
Job specializations:
  • Research/Development
    Research Scientist
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 16.2 GBP Hourly GBP 16.20 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Role:
Senior Research and Development Scientist

Location:

Motherwell, Scotland (Onsite)

Hours:

Full-time

Pay: £14.95 - £16.20 per hour PAYE basic, plus holiday pay

Contract:

12 month contract

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Senior Research and Development Scientist to join one of our longstanding global healthcare clients at their Motherwell site.

Working within the R&D team, you will lead complex experimental programmes, provide technical leadership and contribute to the development of next-generation diagnostic products.

Benefits

12-month contract
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Free, on-site parking
Opportunity to work for a global diagnostics leader
Senior technical role with project ownership
Collaborative and innovative R&D environment

The Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Life Sciences or a related discipline
Significant industry laboratory experience
Strong project planning and scientific data analysis experience
Excellent technical report writing and presentation skills
Ability to lead complex work streams independently
Experience mentoring or supporting junior scientists
Knowledge of GLP, GMP and GDP environments

The Role

Lead complex experimental programmes from concept through to design transfer
Plan and coordinate technical work streams
Analyse complex scientific data and provide recommendations
Prepare and review technical documentation
Present findings to internal stakeholders
Support product development and design transfer activities
Mentor junior scientists and provide technical guidance
Drive continuous improvement and laboratory excellence

If you're keen to join an exceptional team who can offer technical leadership opportunities and involvement in innovative diagnostic product development, then please apply to this Senior Research and Development Scientist role below or call Chloe McCausland on (phone number removed) between 8:30am - 5:00pm
Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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