Assay Development Scientist
| Posting date: | 13 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £25,000 to £30,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 15 March 2026 |
| Location: | M13 9XX |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Ad Talent Recruitment Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 13022026GD-66153 |
Summary
Assay Development Scientist II
Location: Manchester M13
Salary: £25K-£30K Dependent on Experience
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
About Genedrive
Genedrive is a UK-based molecular diagnostics company pioneering rapid, point-of-need genetic testing to improve patient outcomes. Their innovative platform delivers fast, easy-to-use assays that bring actionable genetic insights directly to clinicians at the point of care.
Job Summary
Genedrive is seeking a motivated and proactive Assay Development Scientist, ideally at Scientist II level, but applications from Scientist I candidates with relevant experience will also be considered. You will be involved in all aspects of assay development, including working with novel PCR instruments and developing and optimizing bespoke assays. You will also support the Operations department with the manufacture and quality control of Genedrive assay products as needed.
You will report to Assay Development Scientist II/III and Senior Managers.
Essential Functions
• Perform experiments, analyze data, and design follow-up studies with minimal supervision.
• Write clear and detailed laboratory books, technical plans, protocols, reports, and SOPs.
• Generate and maintain project documentation in accordance with internal and external requirements.
• Investigate out-of-specification results or non-conforming products when required.
• Contribute to manufacturing and QC method/process development and validation.
• Assist with manufacture and quality control of Genedrive assay products following company procedures.
• Ensure compliant completion and technical review of production records.
• Assist with software validation activities.
• Engage with Genedrive’s Quality Management System, including document management, CAPA, and Asset Management modules.
• Contribute to the organization, maintenance, and operation of laboratory equipment and processes.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required
• Education: BSc/MSc in molecular biology, biochemistry, chemistry, or related discipline with a minimum 3 years of relevant experience, or PhD with a minimum 1 year of relevant experience.
• Strong understanding of molecular biology, biochemistry, chemistry, or related disciplines.
• Hands-on experience conducting biochemical or molecular biology experiments to meet defined targets.
• Ability to analyze experimental data, derive conclusions, and plan subsequent experiments.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working under a Quality Management System, ideally to ISO 13485:2016
Genedrive is at the forefront of molecular diagnostics. Join us and contribute to the development of innovative assays that deliver actionable genetic insights directly at the point of care.
Apply today with your CV and enjoy 25 days’ holiday excluding bank holidays plus internal progression opportunities.
Other suitable skills and experience include. Assay Development, Molecular Biology Scientist, Biochemistry Scientist, PCR Assay Development, Laboratory Scientist, Scientist I / Scientist II, Research Scientist.