Scientific and Medical Affairs Associate - FTC
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Position Overview & Specifications
Swiss Precision Diagnostics (SPD) is a world leader in the research leader in the research, design and supply of advanced consumer diagnostic products. SPD is a joint venture between Procter & Gamble (P&G) and Abbott; and our brand Clearblue, is recognised the world over as providing accurate home pregnancy and fertility monitoring tests.
We are looking for a Scientific and Medical Affairs Associate to join our Scientific and Medical Affairs team within the Marketing department on a 12-month Fixed Term Contract.
The role will be based at our Innovation Centre in Bedford, UK with option for Hybrid Working.
The Scientific and Medical Affairs Associate’s focus is to coordinate and execute the Scientific and Medical Affairs activities for SPD. The main responsibilities include developing and delivering Healthcare Professional (HCP) Toolkits and managing our Key Opinion Leader (KOL) relationships. The role also includes conducting technical reviews of consumer materials, competitor landscaping, and information research and management to aid company knowledge in key innovation areas.
We’re looking for someone who can work to tight deadlines across multiple projects simultaneously, has strong communication and presentation skills and confidence working with HCPs. Applicants must be competent with common software packages such as Word and Excel, and will have a scientific degree (or equivalent) with around 3 years relevant experience (ideally in the areas of women’s health or diagnostics). The role holder requires a versatile skill set encompassing consumer and HCP insight, scientific expertise, quality assurance and excellent attention to detail.
We can offer you:
- Hybrid working
- 25 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays
- Company pension scheme including competitive employer’s contribution
- Private Medical Insurance package with additional medical cash plan scheme
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
- Company supported employee Health & Wellbeing programme
- Life assurance
- Free electrical car charging points
- Free parking
- Beautiful parkland setting with excellent transportation links to Cambridge, Milton Keynes and London
If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you, at any stage during the application process, just let us know how we can help.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability status.
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.
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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 Scientific and Medical Affairs Associate - FTC roles across SPD Development Company Ltd'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 £40,000 - £40,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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