Senior Scientist I, Product Development (55131)

binx health, inc.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare technology company in the UK is seeking an experienced Senior Scientist I to develop and optimize nucleic acid assays for their innovative diagnostic platform. In this role, you will lead tactical projects and mentor junior staff, contributing to significant advancements within a collaborative team. A strong background in laboratory practices and project management is essential, along with excellent problem-solving and communication skills. Join us in making a meaningful impact in healthcare through scientific excellence.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to plan and run tactical projects independently.
• Attention to detail and well organized.
• Experience in managing projects autonomously.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop nucleic acid assays.
• Compose well-structured experimental plans.
• Mentor junior technical staff.

Skills

Strong laboratory‑based background

Problem-solving skills

Multiplex PCR assay development knowledge

Data analysis skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree and 5 years of experience

Master's degree and 3 years of experience

PhD and 2 years of experience

Tools

Statistical analysis software

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Who We Are

binx health is a healthcare technology and diagnostics company focused on expanding access to care. The binx io is the world’s first FDA-cleared, CLIA-Waived, point‑of‑care platform for chlamydia and gonorrhea testing in both males and females. Our rapid, molecular platform brings rapid, accurate and convenient infectious disease testing to clinical settings nationwide. Our solutions have the ability to broaden access to care for millions and put proprietary testing solutions in the hands of clinicians everywhere. We work with universities, hospitals, clinics, public health departments, K‑12 schools, employers and other organisations to provide patient‑centric solutions for their communities.

Our Values:
We are…
Bold - Tenacious - One Team - Fixated on Our Mission

At binx health, we know a diverse workforce adds to our collective value and strength as an organisation. People of colour, the LGBTQIA+ community, disabled candidates and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. binx health is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to equal employment opportunity and fair, equitable compensation regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

The Position

The position is within the Product Development team based in Trowbridge, UK developing and optimising tests for our novel and proprietary PoC Nucleic Acid Amplification Test (NAAT) diagnostic platform, the binx io. Working within a team of scientists and engineers in an innovative and collaborative scientific environment, you will play a key part in contributing to the creation and development of a range of applications and assays. In addition, you will play an important role in maintaining an efficient and professional laboratory.

This challenging role will involve devising and leading tactical projects within the IVD design and development process, such as creating and assessing new approaches to NAAT technologies, optimisation, and integration of NAATs into robust and reproducible IVD products.

The Senior Scientist I will lead by example and cultivate a supportive, collaborative, and rigorous scientific culture. They will demonstrate in‑depth knowledge and full understanding of area of specialisation, principles and practices within a professional discipline. They will assess unusual circumstances and use sophisticated analytical and problem‑solving techniques to identify causes. They will resolve and assess a wide range of issues in creative ways and suggest variations in approach.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop system‑based nucleic acid assays.
• Compose well‑structured and unbiased experimental plans.
• High quality execution of laboratory experiments.
• Prepare technical reports summarising project outcomes and findings that lead into design decisions.
• Optimisation of assays to meet performance requirements and ensure patient safety.
• Development/preparation of quality system procedures and documentation.
• Autonomous management of tactical projects.
• Application of appropriate statistical tests to analyse experimental data.
• Mentor junior technical staff.

Education, Experience and Demonstrated Skills

• Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 3 years and a Master’s degree; or 2 years and a PhD.

Essential

• Strong laboratory‑based background.
• Proven ability to plan and run tactical technical projects independently and successfully.
• A logical and methodical approach to solving problems and investigations.
• Multiplex PCR assay development and optimisation knowledge.
• Experimental design, data analysis, and effective communication of results.
• Produce and present technical data confidently and to a high quality.
• Strong verbal & written communication.
• Self‑motivated and willing to learn.
• Good organisational and time‑management skills.
• Attention to detail & well organised.
• Experience in autonomously managing projects.
• Competent in word processing, spreadsheets, statistical analysis and use of databases.

Advantageous

• MSc or PhD in a relevant scientific discipline.
• Verification and validation of equipment or products.
• Working within Quality Management and Regulatory frameworks.
• Industrial NAAT IVD product development experience.
• Experience of laboratory management, both managing laboratory staff, behavioural practice within a laboratory and equipment servicing etc.
• Experience mentoring junior staff members in technical experiments.