Senior Research & Development Scientist

Company: Leica Biosystems
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Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
Job Description:

Senior Research & Development Scientist – Advanced Staining Reagents

As part of the Advanced Staining Reagents R&D team at Leica Biosystems, you will contribute to the development of immunochemistry technology and advanced staining reagent products.

In This Role, You Will Have The Opportunity To

  • Lead projects and gain insight from other department SMEs.
  • Become part of a team responsible for the delivery of cutting‑edge new diagnostic products.
  • Become an expert on designing, performing and interpreting experiments on automated staining instrumentation.
  • Be part of a wider R&D organization, gaining exposure to a variety of different project types.
  • Learn and implement the process of developing products within a regulatory environment.

Essential Requirements

  • Significant prior laboratory experience within a regulated environment and understanding of IHC and molecular biology techniques.
  • Possess a degree in a scientific subject.
  • Have knowledge of H&S and how this applies to laboratory environments.
  • Have experience of project delivery in a high‑pressure environment.

Preferred Experience

  • Experience of IVD development including understanding of Design Control.
  • Experience of working within a regulated environment.
  • A higher degree.

Benefits

Leica Biosystems offers a comprehensive benefits program covering health care and paid time off, among other benefits. For more information, visit www.danaher.com.

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Posted: May 3rd, 2026