Assistant Research & Development Scientist
| Posting date: | 15 June 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 15 July 2025 |
| Location: | NE11 0SD |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Helena Laboratories (UK) Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Helena Biosciences is a leading and well established medical diagnostic company, with an international reputation comprising two flagship business divisions that specialise in the design, manufacture and support of Clinical Electrophoresis and Haemostasis systems.
This vacancy is in the Capillary Electrophoresis Research and Development Department and is the opportunity to join a small, high performance team developing and supporting the next generation of CE assays and associated software.
The candidate would be a highly motivated and self-reliant person with a science background at the start of their career.
Assistant Research and Development Scientist
Main Duties and Responsibilities
• Take receipt of new projects for the development of capillary electrophoresis tests
• Identify deliverables and schedules for new work requests
• Assist in the compilation of technical documentation to strict regulatory standards
• Investigate the cause of poor product performance
• To assist the instigation, creation, review and maintenance of Quality System Procedures relating to product validation and verification
• 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
• Complete all software testing prior to customer release
• Maintain all relevant patch and software documentation throughout the development process
• Update and test Methods Files prior to customer release
• 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
Key Skills Required
• B.Sc. or equivalent in Life Sciences or Chemistry
• Post-graduate laboratory/R&D experience is desirable but not essential
• Familiar with good laboratory practice
• Some knowledge/interest in Capillary Electrophoresis
• Excellent attention to detail
• Able to work well within a team
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Ability to priority plan
• Able to communicate well with all personnel within the company
• Competent in the use of the Internet and Microsoft Windows programs including Word, Excel, Power Point, and other statistical analysis software
A major part of developing clinical assays within the heavily regulated field of in-vitro diagnostics is the production and review of formal reports and other compliance documentation. Those activities take up a large percentage of the daily workload. Candidates adept at detail orientated technical writing are highly preferred.
This vacancy is permanent, full time Monday to Friday (daytime hours) and based at our Gateshead site.
Salary: Competitive Remuneration Package (negotiable depending upon skills and experience)
Applications (including your current CV and covering letter) should be e-mailed to personnel@helena-biosciences.com
www.helena-biosciences.com
Registered in England: 1796207
This vacancy is in the Capillary Electrophoresis Research and Development Department and is the opportunity to join a small, high performance team developing and supporting the next generation of CE assays and associated software.
The candidate would be a highly motivated and self-reliant person with a science background at the start of their career.
Assistant Research and Development Scientist
Main Duties and Responsibilities
• Take receipt of new projects for the development of capillary electrophoresis tests
• Identify deliverables and schedules for new work requests
• Assist in the compilation of technical documentation to strict regulatory standards
• Investigate the cause of poor product performance
• To assist the instigation, creation, review and maintenance of Quality System Procedures relating to product validation and verification
• 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
• Complete all software testing prior to customer release
• Maintain all relevant patch and software documentation throughout the development process
• Update and test Methods Files prior to customer release
• 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
Key Skills Required
• B.Sc. or equivalent in Life Sciences or Chemistry
• Post-graduate laboratory/R&D experience is desirable but not essential
• Familiar with good laboratory practice
• Some knowledge/interest in Capillary Electrophoresis
• Excellent attention to detail
• Able to work well within a team
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Ability to priority plan
• Able to communicate well with all personnel within the company
• Competent in the use of the Internet and Microsoft Windows programs including Word, Excel, Power Point, and other statistical analysis software
A major part of developing clinical assays within the heavily regulated field of in-vitro diagnostics is the production and review of formal reports and other compliance documentation. Those activities take up a large percentage of the daily workload. Candidates adept at detail orientated technical writing are highly preferred.
This vacancy is permanent, full time Monday to Friday (daytime hours) and based at our Gateshead site.
Salary: Competitive Remuneration Package (negotiable depending upon skills and experience)
Applications (including your current CV and covering letter) should be e-mailed to personnel@helena-biosciences.com
www.helena-biosciences.com
Registered in England: 1796207