Research Scientist Diagnostics

Company: Clearline Recruitment Ltd
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Location: Motherwell
Job Description:

Role: Research Scientist Diagnostics

Location: Maxim Park, Motherwell, Scotland

Hours: Full-time

Pay: £17.00 per hour (£33,600 per annum equivalent)

Contract: 12 Months (MAT Cover)

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Research Scientist Diagnostics to join one of our longstanding global healthcare clients on a 12-month contract basis (MAT Cover), starting at the end of May 2026.

This role sits within a dynamic and collaborative R&D team, where you will contribute to the development of innovative diagnostic solutions, delivering high‑quality experimental work and meaningful data insights.

Benefits

  • 12-month contract opportunity
  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays
  • Work within a global healthcare and diagnostics environment
  • Exposure to innovative R&D projects
  • Collaborative and forward‑thinking team culture

Requirements

  • BSc or MSc in a relevant scientific discipline
  • Experience within a laboratory or R&D environment
  • Knowledge of diagnostic immunoassay technologies
  • Strong data analysis and computer skills
  • Excellent attention to detail and documentation skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

Desirable

  • Experience with particle‑based immunoassays or fluorescent detection
  • Experience working with whole‑blood assays
  • Knowledge of GMP, GLP, GDP or biohazard environments

Role Responsibilities

  • Design, execute and analyse experimental workstreams
  • Follow and refine laboratory protocols to ensure accurate data generation
  • Maintain detailed and compliant laboratory records and documentation
  • Analyse results and provide clear conclusions and recommendations
  • Support project timelines by managing multiple workstreams
  • Identify opportunities for process improvements and innovation

If you’re keen to join an exceptional team who can offer exposure to cutting‑edge diagnostic innovation and a collaborative R&D environment, then please apply to this Research Scientist Diagnostics role below or call Chloe McCausland on between 8:30am – 5:00pm.

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Posted: April 18th, 2026