Scientist II

OGT is a leading global provider of clinical and diagnostic genomic solutions. We believe in creating products and partnerships that enable clinicians to deliver personalised healthcare to patients and that empower clinical researchers to develop the next generation of precision medicines.

An opportunity has arisen in our Oxford based Research & Development team for a Scientist II. Reporting to the Head of Development, you will play an integral role in all aspects of new product development including laboratory preparation, sequencing, bioinformatics, and data interpretation. You will have the opportunity to make a significant contribution to the development of our NGS capabilities and portfolio.

This role is suited to someone who wants to perform lab-based research and innovative development work whilst working in a commercial environment.

What you’ll be doing for us:

Assisting with the introduction of new products, technologies and methodologies which either increase existing efficiencies or expand the product portfolio

Finding solutions for and implementing methods to resolve Company scientific/technical issues

Planning and conducting experiments and analysing results

Maintaining integrity of sequencing data, including troubleshooting, problem identification, resolution, and communication

Writing experimental methods and results using quality guidelines in a logical and concise manner

Attending R&D meetings, reporting on work progress and presenting findings

Ensuring a smooth flow of information between R&D and other departments

Keeping up to date with relevant scientific and technical developments to disseminate any new information which may benefit the Company

Producing all required documents for relevant technical transfers.

What we are looking for in you:

Be qualified to a minimum of BSc, up to PhD, or equivalent in Life Sciences with demonstrable experience in sequencing based molecular approaches, design and development of molecular biology assays (NGS and others)

Demonstrate hands-on experience of targeted NGS assay workflow execution (DNA to sequencer) and operation of different sequencing technologies

Be an effective communicator both in writing and verbally

Have effective IT skills enabling you to summarise and present complex datasets

Be well organised in your approach to work, with good time management

Be able to multitask effective and perform complex studies in parallel with minimal supervision to agreed deadlines

Have the tenacity and desire to understand and persevere with obtaining results

Be a strong team player with excellent attention to detail.

In return you will receive:

Competitive salary

Pension Scheme (10% non-contributory)

Private Health Insurance

Private Dental Insurance

Group Income Protection

Group Life Assurance

25 days holiday plus UK bank holidays

High Street Discount Scheme.

Application is via CV and a one-page covering letter outlining your suitability for the role, salary expectations and notice period.

Please note that we will need to establish your right to work during the recruitment process.