Senior Scientist I

LGC’s Diagnostics and Genomics (D&G) Business Unit encompasses a number of entities focussed on the development and manufacture of quality solutions and component materials for the extended life sciences industry. We partner with in vitro diagnostic (IVD) assay developers, pharmaceutical, biotech, CRO, and academic institutions from concept and early-stage research, through expedited product development, and onwards into routine clinical use. Lab-based and diagnostic professionals across a broad range of disciplines rely on LGC’s products to support accurate and reliable results.

Our operating entities include: Maine Standards, SeraCare Life Sciences, and Technopath Clinical Diagnostics, which are IVD manufacturers of quality measurement tools (calibrators, controls, linearity, EQA/PT, biological materials); the Native Antigen Company, which is a manufacturer and supplier of infectious disease antigens and biomarkers; and LGC Standards Proficiency Testing, a global leader in proficiency testing schemes. We operate FDA-registered and ISO 13485-accredited facilities in Maine (USA), Massachusetts (USA), Maryland (USA), and Tipperary (Ireland), and ISO 9001-accredited facilities in Oxford, UK, and Traverse City, Michigan, US.

Each day, our world-class staff, scientific expertise, operational efficiency, and superior quality systems are ready to support the range of advanced technologies that collectively improve patient outcomes: from the widely adopted and established through to cutting-edge NGS and precision diagnostics.

The Senior Scientist I position presents an outstanding chance to join a dynamic and ambitious group devoted to pioneering research. Our team strives for excellence, and we seek an enthusiastic individual to advance scientific innovation with us!

The Senior Scientist I is capable of:

• Confidently work in a BSL-2 laboratory, adhering strictly to all biological safety guidelines.
• Thoroughly comprehend, refine directions, and educate other staff members in their areas of expertise.
• Show an outstanding degree of leadership to plan, implement, and complete projects on time and within budget.
• Develop scientific project plans, new workflows, and procedures in their areas of expertise flawlessly.
• Confidently handle and direct multiple projects at the same time, ensuring world-class results.
• Possess a basic knowledge of the core concepts within their fields of expertise.
• Confidently convey the nature, justification, and technical challenges of their projects and the contents of published research to audiences outside of biological sciences.
• Independently identify and resolve technical or scientific problems within their fields of expertise using established root-cause analysis.
• Follow all instructions required by and strive for continuous improvement of the local quality management system.
• Successfully implement new procedures, SOPs, and batch production records.

Essential Knowledge & Qualifications:

• PhD or equivalent in biology, chemistry, or related subjects.
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in a R&D laboratory setting.

Preferred Knowledge & Qualifications:

• Extensive practical experience with methods in their areas of expertise.
• Deep understanding of and practical experience in at least some methods beyond their primary field of expertise.
• Previous experience in line management, teaching, or student mentoring.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products (e.g., PowerPoint, Word, and Excel).
• Familiarity with particular software programs pertinent to their fields of specialization.

Join us at LGC and become part of an exceptionally ambitious group engaged in world-class projects. 

OUR VALUES

The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate the following behaviours in line with LGC’s Core Values:

• Passion: Pride in our achievements engenders passion for our work and it translates into our ambition to make the world a safer place.
• Curiosity: We constantly look forward to what's next: our curiosity for today's discoveries makes tomorrow's innovations possible.
• Integrity: A commitment to high ethical standards has been at the heart of LGC since we started testing the integrity of products in 1842.
• Brilliance: We strive to be the very best in everything we say and do. We exceed customers' expectations through innovation and pioneering science.
• Respect: We respect gender, age, nationality, religion and individuality – our diversity is our strength.

LGC is committed to encouraging an inclusive and collaborative environment where every team member can succeed. Join us in our mission to deliver world-class scientific solutions and make a significant impact in the research community. Your expertise and ambition will be instrumental in helping us achieve outstanding results.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES 

LGC strongly believes that every job applicant and employee should be valued for their individual talents regardless of age, disability, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion, or belief. Short listing, interviewing and selection will always be carried out without regard to gender, sexual orientation, marital status, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, age, or trade union membership.

For more information about LGC, please visit our website www.lgcgroup.com

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