Scientist

About the job:

Scientist / Research Associate – Assay Development





This is a hands on, bench based role supporting assay development, with genuine scope to grow as the science team scales. The successful candidate will play a direct role in building the analytical evidence base behind the company's hormone assays.





Key Responsibilities:


- Support the development and optimisation of quantitative hormone immunoassays
- Run experimental work covering sensitivity, precision, reproducibility and stability
- Maintain accurate, audit-ready lab documentation
- Contribute to data analysis and help uphold rigorous data integrity standards






Experience Required:


- PhD/MSc in biomedical science, biochemistry or a related field
- 0–5 years' hands-on lab experience, spanning lab fundamentals (ELISA, PCR, sample handling, protocol-following) through to independent immunoassay design (ELISA, LFA, MIA)
- Comfortable with basic data analysis (Excel, GraphPad or equivalent)
- Able to follow and accurately document experimental protocols to a high standard
- Experience with hormone biomarkers (LH, FSH, progesterone)
- Exposure to lateral-flow, biosensor or microfluidic assay formats is a plus
- Right to work in the UK, and able to work on-site in the greater London






This is an opportunity to build genuine assay development experience within a fast-growing femtech diagnostics company, working directly alongside senior scientists on a live product with real-world impact on women's health.





For a confidential discussion, please contact: Hope@hlxlifesciences.com