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Our client offers a range of diagnostic tools and tests for hospitals, labs and clinics, covering core, molecular and point of care diagnostics. This global healthcare leader is seeking a qualified and motivated Senior Scientist to join a dynamic R&D team developing novel assays.
Responsibilities
* Apply advanced scientific knowledge to projects.
* Conceive / design / plan / coordinate advanced independent and collaborative studies required for product development.
* Optimize assay conditions, improve product design and related processes and procedures, and troubleshoot technical issues.
* Be responsible for implementing and maintaining the effectiveness of the quality system.
* Understand and consistently follow documented procedures.
* Actively participate in routine maintenance, lab safety.
* Prioritize studies and activities to align with project goals and be responsible for timely project completion.
* Understand both theoretical and practical aspects of assay design and product development.
* Maintain a high level of professional expertise by staying current with scientific and industry literature, technologies and products.
* Develop and maintain internal and external customer contacts to maintain technical knowledge as required to accomplish objectives.
* Competent in making difficult technical decisions regarding priorities among projects / programs while ensuring the buy in of teams and leaders.
* Provide technical leadership and clear direction to the R&D organization across multiple sites in the area of lateral flow and invitro diagnostic devices.
* Provide technical and scientific leadership to other team members including providing assistance in study design.
* Provide training/coaching to lower level scientists.
* Create and maintain development standards, training programs and operating procedures that ensure all development activities meet regulatory guidelines and comply with the Quality System.
* Develop and maintain relationships with third level institutions, engineering test labs, key suppliers and appropriate consulting work providers.
* Collaborate closely with functional areas such as Quality, Manufacturing and Regulatory to support external audits and certification activities. This includes preparation as well as response to the audit findings.
Education & Experience
* PhD qualification in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology or related field with 5 years' relevant research experience or Masters in relevant field and 5 years' industry experience of invitro diagnostics / assay development and biologics essential with a strong Molecular and Biochemical background.
* Skill in optimizing assay design and conditions, including DOE optimization where appropriate.
* Advanced skills in statistical analysis.
* Expertise in design and optimization of serological diagnostic tests.
* Willing to take on new and challenging assignments and to implement new ideas or alternative solutions.
* Capable of adjusting to dynamic working environment and changing priorities, and of ensuring timely completion of assigned tasks.
* Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, apply now or contact Anita Osibuamhe at anita.osibuamhe@hrmrecruit.com or on +44 (20) 3769 7178.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Science
Industries
Medical Equipment Manufacturing
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