Job Role: Scientist

Duration: Full-Time or Part-Time, 6 months fixed term.

Line Manager: Head of Chemistry

Job Summary

ProAxsis Ltd. is a commercial-stage, diagnostics company utilising its innovative, patented ProteaseTag® technology to develop and supply assays focusing on respiratory biomarkers. We are looking to recruit a Scientist to join our dynamic team to support ongoing R&D and product improvement projects as well as the manufacturing and supply of our Research Use Only products.

Responsibilities/Key Duties

· Conduct ELISA based assays for active protease biomarkers as part of ongoing product improvement R&D projects.

· Assist in the manufacture of existing company products and development/validation of novel biomarker assays.

· Prepare relevant paperwork and ensure that accurate and detailed documentation, laboratory records and study files are maintained.

· Perform critical analysis of results.

· Execute all work in compliance with defined procedures.

· Provide regular progress updates to your line manager and other members of the ProAxsis team as needed.

· Carry out routine laboratory tasks to ensure appropriate maintenance of equipment and laboratory space.

· Plan own day-to-day activities within framework of ongoing work.

· Liaise on a regular basis with other ProAxsis team members and proactively support and assist others where necessary to ensure wider group goals are achieved.

Qualifications, Experience and Skills Required

• Graduate degree in a relevant science-related subject.

• Previous practical experience of conducting ELISA-type assays, this must be beyond graduate level experience (undergraduate only experience is not sufficient).

· Previous experience of working within a commercial diagnostics company would be highly desirable.

• Experience of handling respiratory samples would be highly desirable.

· Driven, motivated and organised with excellent attention to detail.

· Ability to work independently with a high level of accountability.

· Excellent verbal and communication skills.

· Ability to adapt to change in a fast-paced environment.

· Proficient in the use of Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook).

· “Small company mindset”, with willingness to seek innovative solutions to challenges.

· Eligibility to work in the UK is essential.

This is a full-time or part-time, 6 months fixed term contract role with a base salary commensurate with experience and performance. There is the potential for the duration of this contract to be extended based on company needs.

The successful applicant will be based at the company’s Head Office in Antrim.

If you believe that you possess the skills and experience to support the company’s drive for future growth then please apply via LinkedIn. This advert may be open for as long as 30 days but could close early based on application numbers.