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  1. Postdoctoral Research Scientist - Antibody Development

    Fantastic opportunity to join an established Antibody Research & Development team working with cutting edge technologies to develop the next generation of antibody therapeutics!

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  2. Applications Engineer, Electron Microscopy

    This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing, cutting-edge technology business developing advanced imaging software for electron microscopy.

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  3. Applications Engineer, Electron Microscopy

    This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing, cutting-edge technology business developing advanced imaging software for electron microscopy.

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  4. Applications Engineer, Electron Microscopy

    This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing, cutting-edge technology business developing advanced imaging software for electron microscopy.

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  5. Senior/Principal Bioinformatician - Transcriptomics

    An exciting hybrid working opportunity has arisen for an experienced Bioinformatician to join a high-impact team supporting clinical-stage assets.

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  6. Procurement Specialist

    Our client is a global organisation operating within scientific services and laboratory solutions, delivering critical support to regulated industries including pharmaceuticals, healthcare, and research.

    We’re seeking a motivated Procurement Specialist to join a dynamic, high-performing team, driving supplier strategy and commercial performance.

    This is a key position within the procurement function, focused on strategic sourcing, supplier management, and contract negotiation across a complex service portfolio. The role has been created to strengthen supplier performance, drive commercial value, and support long-term service delivery.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Lead strategic sourcing and supplier selection aligned to long-term goals
    • Own end-to-end negotiation of complex service contracts
    • Design and deliver RFPs, contracting strategies, and long-term agreements
    • Drive supplier performance through SRM, KPIs, and regular reviews
    • Resolve supplier issues and lead continuous improvement initiatives
    • Use data and market insights to inform decisions and identify opportunities
    • Collaborate with global teams to align procurement with business objectives

    To be considered for this position, you will have:

    • CIPS qualified with 3+ years’ procurement experience ideally across services, manufacturing, scientific, or aviation sectors
    • Proven success in negotiations and cost optimisation
    • Strong background in RFPs and contract management / negotiation
    • Skilled in supplier relationship management and stakeholder engagement
    • Analytical, data-driven, and commercially focused
    • Confident communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office

    This is a highly collaborative role with strong visibility across the business, combining commercial thinking with operational impact.

    Apply now to learn more about this exciting opportunity!

    Keywords: Strategic Procurement, Procurement Specialist, Strategic Sourcing, Supplier Management, Contract Negotiation, RFP, Vendor Management, Supply Chain, Cost Optimisation, Commercial Strategy, Procurement Analytics, Stakeholder Management, South East, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, Ely, London, Essex, New Market, UK, VRS9419MP.

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  7. Procurement Specialist

    We’re seeking a motivated Procurement Specialist to join a global scientific service organisation.

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  8. Junior Product Manager - Scientific Instrumentation

    Rattaché au Business Line Manager, ce poste offre une vision transverse du produit, à l’interface entre R&D, marketing, ventes et applications. Il s’agit de comprendre les produits en profondeur, leur positionnement, leurs usages, et de contribuer activement à leur développement sur le marché.

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  9. Ingénieur.e Technico-Commercial.e – Équipement de laboratoire

    Technico-commercial(e) en chimie, autonome et orienté(e) terrain, développez votre secteur Centre/Ouest au sein d’un acteur international en croissance sur des solutions scientifiques à forte valeur ajoutée.

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  10. Regional Sales Specialist

    Exciting Sales position for a Formulation Chemist looking to move into a commercial position or an established salesperson with a leading instrument & service provider in the pharmaceutical industry!

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  11. Field Service Engineer

    Fantastic opportunity for an experienced Field Service Engineer or experienced Laboratory Analyst with aspirations of a career in scientific instrumentation field service!

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  12. Senior Technical Sales Manager - Analytical Instrumentation - Switzerland

    This position holds a strategic and high-impact role for the business. Reporting to the Director Export, it carries full responsibility for the Swiss market, combining direct sales and distributor management: developing and managing a portfolio of clients across Switzerland, with both established accounts and new strategic targets.

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  13. Laboratory Site Lead

    Reporting directly to the COO, you will hold full site leadership responsibility for this Dover-based laboratory, overseeing all operations, people management, quality, safety, and commercial performance.

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  14. LC-MS Specialist

    A leading UK-based drug discovery organisation is seeking a talented LC-MS Specialist to join its analytical chemistry team. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to innovative small molecule discovery programmes within a highly collaborative research environment.

    Key Responsibilities:
    • Manage and maintain open-access LC-MS systems
    • Purify and analyse chiral and achiral compounds
    • Generate high-quality physchem data to support project decisions
    • Contribute to cross-functional discovery teams (Chemistry & DMPK)

    Requirements:
    • Degree in Chemistry or related discipline
    • 3+ years’ hands-on HPLC/LC-MS experience in a drug discovery setting
    • Strong background in chiral separations and analytical techniques
    • Excellent communication and teamwork skills

    Desirable:
    • Experience with Shimadzu or Agilent systems
    • Exposure to SFC, HRMS, or in vitro ADME assays

    VRS9411DT.

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  15. Protein NMR Spectroscopist

    An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Protein NMR Spectroscopist to join our client; a leading drug discovery organisation focused on developing therapeutic solutions for oncology and CNS disorders.

    In this position, you will play a key part in supporting a fragment-based drug discovery (FBDD) platform, using advanced NMR techniques to investigate protein–ligand interactions and drive early-stage drug discovery projects.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Develop and optimise protein- and ligand-observed NMR assays
    • Conduct NMR-based fragment screening campaigns
    • Characterise hits and generate data on binding affinity, kinetics, and mechanism of action
    • Prepare isotopically labelled protein samples (expression & purification)
    • Analyse and present data to multidisciplinary project teams

    Key experience:

    • Strong expertise in protein NMR spectroscopy; either from academia or industry experience
    • Experience of troubleshooting & maintaining NMR spectroscopy instruments
    • Solid understanding of protein–ligand interactions and biophysics
    • Ability to work independently and communicate effectively within cross-functional teams
    • Fragment-based or structure-based drug discovery experience is desirable
    • Experience with other biophysical techniques such as SPR, ITC, MS is desirable

    This role is offered on an initial 3 year contract.

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  16. ​Key Account Manager – Fuel Dyes & Markers (France)

    • Our client develops and supplies specialty dyes and chemical markers, primarily used in fuels such as red diesel for tax differentiation and heating oils, while also expanding into broader industrial applications. They support government bodies, energy companies, and industrial distributors by ensuring that fuel products are traceable, compliant, and aligned with evolving regulations, combining technical expertise with strong commercial responsiveness.

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  17. Quality Assurance Specialist

    Our client is a leading biopharmaceutical company seeking a talented and motivated individual to join their team as a Quality Assurance Specialist.

    With many of their technical services accredited in accordance with GxP standards, they are looking for a Quality Specialist to support and coordinate Quality Management Systems, ensuring processes are compliant, effective, and continuously improved.

    You will join a dynamic team of Quality Assurance professionals and be responsible for reviewing, establishing, and maintaining processes and procedures that uphold the Quality Management System. A key part of the role will involve preparing, reviewing, and approving batch documentation to enable the timely release of products.

    Additional responsibilities include handling complaints, proposing effective Corrective and Preventative Actions (CAPAs), and tracking these through to timely closure.

    Applications are welcome from candidates who have:

    • Ideally 1–2 years’ experience in a Quality Assurance or Quality Control role
    • GxP experience with demonstrable knowledge (desirable)
    • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
    • Proficiency in IT systems including Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, and Excel

    Apply today to be considered for this highly rewarding opportunity.


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    Keywords: Quality Officer, QA, Quality Assurance, QMS, GMP, GLP, GxP, GCP, CAPA, root cause analysis, non-conformance, audit, internal audit, supplier audit, laboratory testing, standards, VRS9408MP.

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  18. Product Manager, Mass Spectrometry

    We are looking for an experienced and commercially driven Product Manager to support the continued growth of our client’s Mass Spectrometry product line. This is a strategic role with real impact — you’ll take ownership of the company’s GC-MS portfolio, shaping product direction, driving innovation, and ensuring strong market performance.

    Working at the intersection of science and business, you’ll collaborate closely with R&D, marketing, sales, and customer support teams to deliver products that meet the evolving needs of laboratories across academia and industry. You’ll also represent the company at industry events with occasional international travel.

    Key Responsibilities

    Product Strategy & Market Insight

    • Define and communicate product vision, strategy, and roadmap aligned to business goals
    • Conduct market research, competitor analysis, and voice-of-customer activities
    • Identify trends, emerging technologies, and customer challenges
    • Gather and prioritise product requirements, balancing innovation with practicality

    Product Development & Compliance

    • Partner with R&D to deliver technically robust, high-performing solutions
    • Lead the full product lifecycle from concept through to commercialisation
    • Oversee prototyping, validation, manufacturing, and post-launch support
    • Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards

    Go-to-Market & Collaboration

    • Work with sales and marketing to define positioning, pricing, and launch strategies
    • Manage product roadmaps and coordinate cross-functional delivery
    • Support development of technical documentation and marketing materials
    • Enable application development to support customer adoption and education

    Performance & Customer Engagement

    • Track product performance using KPIs and market feedback
    • Drive continuous improvement through data-led decisions
    • Represent the business at customer meetings and industry events
    • Deliver product training to internal teams

    About You

    Education

    • Degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Life Sciences, or related field

    Experience

    • Strong background in Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS and/or LC-MS)
    • Experience in applications development, validation, or standardisation
    • Commercial or customer-facing experience is advantageous

    Keywords: chromatography, mass spectrometry, GCMS, GC/MS, GC-MS, product manager, product management, product development, research, development, market analysis, marketing, Edinburgh, Livingston, VRS9391SE

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  19. Business Development Specialist

    Exciting opportunity to join a successful sales team within a market leading instrument vendor

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  20. Business Development Specialist

    Unique opportunity to join a global leader scientific equipment manufacturer, providing chromatography & mass spectrometry solutions to customers across the Scientific sector.

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