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At AliveDx, we empower diagnostic insights, transform patient care, and innovate
for life. With over 30-years in in-vitro diagnostics, we put the health of
patients first by creating innovative solutions designed for faster diagnostic
results. Alba–– our blood bank reagents portfolio–– and MosaiQ®–– one of the
first multiplexing and multimodality automated testing platforms––are designed
to make labs more efficient and clinical decision-making more effective. Our
journey started as Alba Bioscience, and later, Quotient. Today, as AliveDx, we
innovate for life.
PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT SCIENTIST
We are recruiting a Product Development Scientist to join our Alba Product
Development & Support team based at our ARC site near Penicuik, EH26 0BF. This
role is a full-time, permanent position working 37.5 hours per week.
Monday-Friday.
The role of our Product Development Scientist is to lead, co-ordinate, supervise
and undertake Design and Development projects in the Product Development
department of AliveDx (Alba). To record, analyse and reach valid conclusions for
complex investigations in consultation with the Principal Scientist and
Department Leader, enabling the completion of projects to the agreed timelines
and the highest possible standard.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The
main responsibilities will include:
• Assist in planning, organising and undertaking work to Product Development
studies and projects with support from the Principal Scientist, Department
Leader and the project managers.
• Record and analyse the results of experimental work from specific Development
projects as assigned by the Principal Scientist and/or Department Leader to
meet Design Control requirements in project files and the departmental
objectives.
• Assist with the supervision and training of other staff within or out with
the team to ensure continuous development of staff capabilities.
• Monitor the safe operation, control and maintenance of equipment in
accordance with established procedures to minimize delays to work programmes
and ensure a safe working environment.
• Conduct all duties in compliance with local procedures, Good Documentation
Practice (GDP) and appropriate regulatory requirements and report any
observed breaches to the Department Leader and Technical Compliance Group if
applicable.
QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE & BEHAVIOURS REQUIRED
• Science degree or equivalent qualification.
• Relevant experience in appropriately regulated laboratory/environment e.g.
medical devices, pharma.
• Assay development and optimisation experience
• Data analysis and interpretation skills.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Competitive salary on offer.
AliveDx offers a range of core and flexible benefits ranging from private
medical cover, life assurance, cycle to work, technology, and restaurant
discounts.
Able to travel from time to time with prior agreement.