Electrochemist

The Candidate

We would expect you to have experience in the use and application of electrochemical biosensors but given the size and growth plans, you will need to demonstrate a level of creativity and adaptability.

You will be part of a team with the responsibility to develop, qualify and produce robust sensors and test kits for our various applications with the exciting prospect of helping the team to develop as the company grows. It is essential that you will be able to see the bigger company picture when setting your priorities.

Ideally, you should have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree or a number of years of experience in the field of electrochemical biosensors and with this knowledge, you will be responsible for further developing and securing the IP portfolio.

Given the multisite nature of the business, you have to be able to work in a multidisciplinary team with the ability to work with people on different sites. You will also be required to meet with customers and develop strategic relationships with our key suppliers.

Key Competencies

• · Conceptual thinking
• · Innovative
• · Adaptable but given the dynamic nature of the business they will also need to demonstrate a level of tenacity
• · Rational thinker – you must be able to build persuasive arguments based on logic, data and relative merits of the situation
• · Act on your own initiative and be prepared to see a problem and deal with it
• · Have concern for standards, particularly of the output from their research and the group as a whole.

Requirements

• Knowledge in sensor design, fabrication and characterisation
• Knowledge of electrochemical techniques such as voltammetry, amperometry and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy is desirable.
• Experience with the application of proteins to sensor surfaces would also be a benefit.

Location & Salary Information

You will be situated in the laboratories at the Burnley HQ and, depending on experience, will report to the Technical Director.

You will be required to travel to the laboratories at the University of York and to see customers as required.

A valid driving licence is essential.

25 days holiday per year plus public holidays.

Salary of £20,000-£33,000. Dependent on experience.

Key duties

• Work safely on the premises and identify areas for improvement.
• Contribute with ideas to develop and enhance the company’s IP portfolio.
• Conduct research & development of electrodes with a view to manufacture and scale up.
• Provide input or lead continuous improvement of the company at all levels.
• Provide assistance to develop co-workers and colleagues
• Plan and coordinate the work, projects and activities
• Attend or organise project (or other) meetings when required
• Identify and pursue opportunities to develop the company with the management agreement
• Taking part in planning consulting and management of production
• Appraisal management of any staff according to company policies
• Develop and maintain good working relationships with staff within the company.
• Ensure that equipment is fit for purpose and maintained
• Develop strategic relationships with key suppliers
• Develop relationships with clients with respect to delivering project outcomes and materials/products as required.
• Maintain clean and professional standards within the building
• Provide regular reports on R&D activities
• Stimulate and maintain a good atmosphere in the workplace