Job Description
Manchester Science Park Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary & Benefits: Competitive Salary + Benefits Package The group works in partnership with global leaders in DNA technology to advance diagnostic science. The Group's flagship in vitro diagnostic products include non -invasive prenatal tests (NIPT) for Down's Syndrome and other genetic disorders, Cystic Fibrosis screening tests, invasive rapid aneuploidy tests and DPYD genotyping. Yourgene also has a global laboratory service network equipped to be a full life-cycle partner for clinical, research and pharmaceutical organisations to support partners at the preclinical, clinical, and post market stage to develop, manufacture, obtain regulatory approval and commercialise new products and services. In addition, Yourgene offers and NIPT and high throughput Covid testing service. Yourgene Health is headquartered in Manchester, UK with facilities in Taipei, Singapore, the US and Canada. We have nay social and well-being initiatives run by our Social Huddle that keep our sense of community alive during challenging times that the pandemic has thrown our way. Yourgene Health, part of Novacyt Group are recruiting for a Scientist II within our NGS/Next Generation Sequencing team based at Manchester Science Park. A significant opportunity exists for an enthusiastic, creative, and organized Scientist II to design, develop, verify and validate in vitro diagnostic products and services based on next generation sequencing platforms, as well as performing general laboratory maintenance activities. The Scientist II will work closely with team members to maintain research operations by planning, execution, analysis, and documentation of experiments to the highest standard. Provide scientific expertise on development projects, ensuring experimental work is well planned and executed to a high quality in a timely fashion. This role would be ideal for an individual looking to significantly develop their scientific knowledge & planning and leadership skills in an environment that will both challenge them and provide personal growth and development. Being a creative, dynamic, and driven scientist with an eagerness to learn new techniques and to be actively involved with continuous improvement. Execute laboratory operations through the day-to-day planning, execution, analysis, and documentation of experiments to the highest standard with meticulous attention to detail. Contribute to the daily maintenance and running of the laboratory environments. Work collaboratively within teams to create high-quality products and processes meeting key user needs and to ensure a safe and efficient laboratory environment. Provides scientific expertise and input into experiments through to project work-packages with a focus on developing molecular diagnostic assays on NGS platforms. Lead planning, execution and reporting of defined project experiments and work-packages. Support cross functional collaboration, which may also include leading projects Create, maintain and improve of laboratory SOPs, as well as systems and process SOPs Ensuring the quality and regulatory requirements of the role including compliance to SOPs, documentation using electronic lab books, study plans, study reports and integrity of data are met by themselves and the wider team. Perform vital laboratory maintenance tasks alongside the wider team including, equipment usage, purchasing, and stock control tasks to ensure the ongoing and continued functioning of the laboratory environment. Degree or further degree (or equivalent) in a life science such as molecular biology, biochemistry or genetics Hands on experience with at least two molecular biology-based assays and techniques Enthusiasm, drive, thoroughness, diligence and a willingness to take personal responsibility to ensure that projects are successful Strong data analysis and interpretation skills. Experience with laboratory processes including, processing biological samples,; Real-Time PCR; Meticulous scientific technique and attention to detail. Flexible attitude to work. Demonstratable planning and problem solving skills. Sunday 15th September, 2024 Yourgene Health is committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce.