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A well-funded and award-winning molecular diagnostics company is seeking a

Senior Scientist

to lead the design and development of

PCR and LAMP-based assays

for pathogen detection. The company has over a dozen assays currently in development and is scaling its team as it expands its product portfolio.This is a

hands-on lab-based role , ideal for an experienced molecular biologist who enjoys experimental design, assay optimisation, and high-impact innovation. You’ll be central to building a new generation of diagnostics, supported by in-house sequencing and data processing infrastructure.ResponsibilitiesDesign and optimise sensitive

LAMP and PCR assaysLead

primer design , selection, and in silico specificity analysisIndependently plan and execute structured experiments, from concept to validationProcess and interpret sequence data (e.g. from platforms like Oxford Nanopore)Conduct

bioinformatics-driven assay evaluation

and troubleshoot design challengesCollaborate with junior scientists while remaining hands-on in the labSupport QC and reagent prep for regulated diagnostic workflowsAbout YouPhD in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Genomics, or related field (or equivalent experience)5+ years of molecular assay design experience (especially LAMP and PCR)Strong background in

primer design , sequence analysis, and molecular reaction optimisationSkilled in bioinformatics tools and comfortable with large data setsExperience working to regulatory standards (e.g. ISO 13485, IVDR)Motivated, organised, and confident presenting experimental data to cross-functional teamsComfortable working

on-site in a wet lab

4–5 days per weekSeniority level

Seniority level AssociateEmployment type

Employment type Full-timeJob function

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