Senior Scientist II – Analytical Team My client, a leading biotechnology organisation, is seeking an experienced Senior Scientist II to join their Analytical Team in Bedfordshire. The successful candidate will be a key member of the Analytical and Lab teams, responsible for driving research and development (R&D), quality control (QC), and analytical method development activities. To be considered for this Senior Analytical Scientist position you will have a strong technical background, problem-solving ability, and experience in method validation, with an emphasis on biotechnology analytical assay development. Key Responsibilities: Method Development and Validation: Lead the development and validation of analytical methods, with a primary focus on High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), and ideally, experience with affinity measurement systems such as Surface Plasmon Resonance (SPR) or Biolayer Interferometry (BLI). Product Support: Support product development through QC testing and preparing necessary documentation, including Work Instructions, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and Validation Protocols. Project Management : Oversee and manage multiple internal and external projects, ensuring alignment with analytical priorities and timelines. Data Analysis and Presentation : Regularly prepare and present technical reports. Collaboration: Work closely with interdisciplinary technical teams to drive progress on various analytical projects. Background/Experience: You will be degree educated in Chemistry, Biotechnology, Bioengineering – or a related field. You will have at least 5 years’ experience in an analytical role. Familiarity with working under ISO9001, ISO13485, or similar quality standards. Sufficient experience using HPLC is essential. Ability to manage multiple projects effectively.