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We are seeking an experienced Research Scientist with a strong background in biosensor R&D to join a highly specialised research team developing a next-generation, fully implantable technology platform for continuous biomarker monitoring within the uterus.

The technology is being developed to provide new insights into uterine health through continuous biomarker monitoring, enabling the investigation of patterns and changes within the uterine environment that have historically been difficult to study. Beyond its initial sensing capabilities, the platform has the potential to incorporate additional sensing technologies and, in the longer term, therapeutic delivery systems, opening up new possibilities for the investigation and management of uterine health conditions.

This is an opportunity for a research scientist with expertise in biosensing technologies, sensor characterisation and experimental sensor development to play a key role in the development of novel implantable sensing technologies. Working as part of a multidisciplinary R&D team, you will lead investigations into the modelling, performance and suitability of biosensors within complex biological environments.

The role offers significant scientific depth, technical autonomy and the opportunity to influence both the development of current sensing capabilities and the research direction of future platform

technologies.

The Company

Our client is an innovative healthcare technology company developing a novel implantable biosensing platform for the study and monitoring of uterine health.

Their technology brings together advanced biosensing, materials science, electronics, embedded systems and human physiology to enable continuous monitoring of biomarkers within the uterine environment. By generating longitudinal biological data, the technology has the potential to reveal patterns and relationships that cannot be identified through conventional single-point measurements, advancing our understanding of uterine health and associated medical conditions.

The platform has been designed with adaptability in mind, offering the potential to integrate new sensing capabilities and explore future therapeutic applications, including drug delivery.

This is a highly collaborative R&D environment where scientists and engineers work across traditional discipline boundaries to investigate complex system-level challenges. The successful candidate will work within a technically strong team with substantial autonomy, contributing directly to research direction, experimental development and core sensor evaluation activities.

This opportunity would suit someone motivated by scientific and technical challenges, who enjoys working at the interface of fundamental research and applied technology development.

The Role

As Research Scientist, you will lead technical investigations into biosensing technologies for implantable monitoring systems, combining theoretical modelling, experimental research and practical laboratory investigation to evaluate sensor performance within biologically relevant environments.

Working across sensor science, materials, electronics and biological systems, you will investigate sensor behaviour, develop and validate experimental approaches, and contribute to the development of both existing and future sensing capabilities.

Responsibilities are likely to include:

• Experimental characterisation and evaluation of biosensing technologies
• Investigation, modelling and experimental evaluation of sensor transducers, reference electrodes and measurement circuitry
• Design and delivery of experimental test rigs and laboratory set-ups
• Modelling and simulation of sensor transducers and associated circuitry
• Experimental design, verification testing and performance characterisation
• Scientific programming and data analysis using tools such as MATLAB and Python
• Investigation of sensor performance, stability and behaviour within biologically relevant environments
• Interpretation and presentation of evidence-based research findings
• Generation of technical reports, invention disclosures and intellectual property
• Supplier engagement and procurement of research prototypes and components
• Supporting and mentoring junior researchers within the team

The successful candidate will be expected to approach problems from first principles, work with a high degree of autonomy and contribute original scientific thinking to technically challenging research activities spanning sensor science, materials, electronics, modelling and biological systems.

Knowledge & Experience

To be considered for this role, you will likely have:

• A PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Biochemistry or a related scientific discipline
• At least 2 years' experience within practical research or advanced R&D environments
• A strong track record of scientific contribution, evidenced through publications, patents or technology development
• Demonstrable experience translating research into applied or commercially relevant technologies
• Strong theoretical and practical understanding of biosensors and sensing technologies
• Experience designing and conducting robust experimental investigations and laboratory-based research
• Experience analysing complex datasets and drawing evidence-based conclusions

Technical Experience

We are particularly interested in candidates with experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Biosensing systems and technologies
• Sensor characterisation and performance evaluation
• Electrochemical sensing and electroanalytical methods
• Sensor transducers and measurement circuitry
• Reference electrode systems
• Implantable device technologies
• Electronics miniaturisation
• Biocompatible materials
• Encapsulation technologies
• Working with biological fluids
• Physiology
• Wireless data systems
• Development and commercialisation of active implantable medical devices

Skills & Approach

• A naturally curious and research-driven mindset
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability, with an ability to approach complex challenges from first principles
• Creativity and technical originality, with an interest in developing innovative solutions and generating intellectual property
• The ability to work independently with a high degree of autonomy and ownership
• Strong experimental design and laboratory practice capability
• Excellent communication and technical documentation skills
• Experience mentoring or supervising junior researchers or engineers

Additional Experience (Desirable)

• Experience working within fast-paced, multidisciplinary small companies or R&D environments
• Experience contributing within highly collaborative multidisciplinary technical teams

The Opportunity

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the development of an emerging implantable medical technology platform with the potential to advance our understanding of uterine health and the conditions affecting it.

For a scientist with a strong background in biosensing technologies, the position offers considerable scientific depth, technical autonomy and the opportunity to influence research direction, investigate new sensing capabilities and contribute to the evolution of a novel healthcare technology platform with potential future therapeutic applications.

Pay: £45,000.00-£60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance

Education:

• PhD (preferred)

Work Location: In person