Senior Scientist NGS / Bioinformatics

As a Senior Scientist you will work as a senior member of the Laboratory with accountability for leading, managing and driving the TQA promise. You will demonstrate your expertise within Bioanalytical and have the confidence to provide support and guidance on specific techniques to both Colleagues and Clients., This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties and may be amended by the Company at any time.

Oversee NGS projects for clients and act as the point of contact for all aspects of technical guidance in the development, validation and implementation sequencing

Provide technical expertise and training to team members, provision of training and development of junior staff members

In collaboration with Business Development, support the generation of quotes of work and bidding activities related to NGS projects

Generate procedures and implement processes, including SOPs, test methods or other documents

Provide technical input for related molecular projects

Look for opportunities to expand molecular capabilities, with a specific focus on NGS

Prepare reports and present data as necessary internally, for clients, or at conferences

A skilled Bioinformatician with expertise in Next Generation Sequencing (NGS), and experience of whole genome, transcriptome (RNAseq) and targeted sequencing

Extensive knowledge in the use of various applications to develop and validate data analysis pathways and ability to generate scripts (e.g. R, Python etc) if needed

Capable of generating reports detailing the interpretation and presentation of NGS data

Able to assimilate and develop new techniques and technologies within laboratory, in line with business need.

Detailed understanding of theoretical basis of the Molecular assay techniques, supporting a diverse range of client requirements for biopharmaceuticals.

To maintain a “state of the art” knowledge in relevant NGS technologies and platforms.

Enthusiasm and ability to generate and technically review multi-technique reports.

Ability to problem solve technical challenges autonomously.

Demonstrate innovative method development as required, drawing on literature as required, in line with business needs and opportunities.

Demonstration of excellence in client communication and service.

Intertek operates a preferred supplier arrangement and we do not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies.

Join Intertek and become part of our global network of inspiring and entrepreneurial colleagues. We are a global family that values diversity and we thrive working together with precision, pace, and passion. We are working to make the world Ever Better, ensuring the quality, safety and sustainability of products and services used by millions of people around the world.

Competitive salary/benefits

Development and career opportunities around the Globe

Working in a highly motivated team and dynamic working environment

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who do not discriminate against applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex or national origin.