CK Group are recruiting for a Research and Development Scientist, on behalf of a medical diagnostic company to support the delivery of the company's R&D objectives. This role will be based at their site in Gateshead and is a permanent role with Mon-Fri day time working hours.
The Role
This role will develop and support the next generation of Capillary Electrophoresis assays and associated software.
Responsibilities:
* Take receipt of new projects for the development of Capillary Electrophoresis tests.
* Identify deliverables and schedules for new work requests and assist the Senior R&D Scientist with resource allocation.
* Review existing projects and report findings.
* Complete technical documentation to strict regulatory standards.
* Identify and confirm issues with product performance reported by QC or the Technical Services team.
* Investigate and troubleshoot the cause of poor product or software performance.
* Implement/update processes within the manufacturing and QC departments to prevent the reoccurrence of these issues.
* To liaise with the Software Department to develop the Platinum user software.
* Test all patches released by the Software Department containing bug fixes and improvements.
* Test Firmware releases prior to customer release.
* Maintain CE Product Technical Files.
* To maintain the R&D department including management of stock levels and ordering of laboratory supplies.
Your Background:
* B.Sc. or equivalent in Life Sciences or Chemistry.
* A minimum of 2-3 years post-graduate laboratory/R&D experience is required and experience within the IVD industry would be desirable.
* Experience of analytical techniques or automated analysers would be an advantage.
* Familiar with good laboratory practice (GLP).
* Experience of working to IVD or IVDR standards would be an advantage.
* Advanced writing skills, with the ability to produce coherent and accurate reports.
* Some knowledge/interest in Capillary Electrophoresis.
Apply:
It is essential all applicants hold entitlement to work in the UK. Please quote job reference 108 218 in all correspondence.