Lab Scientist
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Position Overview & Specifications
Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you've got big plans - so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people's lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.
Your Role:
We have an exciting opportunity for Laboratory based Scientist, supporting QPCR assays, to join our Viral Clearance team in Stirling. As Laboratory Scientist you will be responsible for the performance and scientific conduct of the QPCR assay within the laboratories. Working closely alongside the Study Director responsible for the study. You will provide scientific support to internal and external clients in relation to assays being conducted within the laboratory. You will also maintain study records, including deviation records to meet regulatory standards; responding to audit observations through BRIQS and proactively implement improvements to make efficiencies and reduce waste. You will be responsible for ensuring that equipment, consumables and instrumentation is available for use by laboratory staff; including routine calibration/maintenance and breakdown management.
Who you are:
- BSc or higher degree in Biological Science with competent, relevant work experience
- Prior experience in the following; Molecular Biology techniques including, but not limited to, Q-PCR, Gene Copy Q-PCR,
- Previous experience of working within quality driven systems (GxP) is required
- Excellent written communication skills with an attention to detail and record-keeping
- Ability to collaborate, communicate effectively and proven interpersonal skills to ensure projects are executed satisfactorily
- Strong organisational skills including ability to plan and organise own workload to ensure all deadlines are met or exceeded in fast paced client-driven environment, which will involve multiple projects and competing priorities
- Ability to work effectively either independently or as part of a team
- Computer literacy and entry of data into databases
- Takes personal responsibility to deliver client (internal and external) service to a consistently high standard
Apply now and become a part of our diverse team!
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Biotech & Pharmaceuticals
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Lab Scientist roles across Merck KGaA Darmstadt Germany's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Biotech & Pharmaceuticals.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £28,091 - £38,882 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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