Senior Development Scientist – Protein Science – London

Are you a protein scientist with a passion for translating cutting-edge biology into real-world products? We’re looking for a Senior Development Scientist to join our client’s team and help shape the next generation of protein science.

You’ll lead the design and optimisation of protein-based assays and workflows – from early feasibility through to robust, scalable solutions ready for commercial deployment. Drawing on your expertise in protein characterisation, you’ll generate high-quality, well-controlled data that drives strategic decisions and moves prototypes into reliable, reproducible platform-integrated tools.

What you’ll do:

• Design and execute experimental programmes to develop and optimise biological and enzymatic assays, with a focus on robustness, scalability, and transferability
• Apply protein characterisation techniques – such as HPLC/FPLC, mass spectrometry, or related analytical methods – to inform and accelerate product development
• Translate feasibility findings into viable product and customer workflows, defining clear milestones and success criteria
• Lead and mentor a team of scientists, providing day-to-day technical guidance and line management
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure smooth integration of workflows into the wider platform
• Maintain high standards of documentation in line with quality management systems

What we’re looking for:

• A BSc, MSc, PhD, or equivalent in proteomics, biochemistry, molecular biology, bioengineering, or a related discipline
• A strong track record in developing, optimising, and troubleshooting biological or enzymatic assays in a commercial or industrial setting
• Hands-on experience with protein characterisation techniques and bioanalytical methods
• Proven ability to drive improvements in assay performance, reproducibility, and scalability
• Experience managing or mentoring scientists, with strong communication skills across all levels of an organisation

If you’re ready to bring your protein science expertise to a fast-moving, commercially focused environment where your work directly shapes products, we’d love to hear from you.

In addition to incredibly challenging and rewarding work in a highly collaborative environment, our client is offering a market leading salary plus excellent benefits and extremely exciting opportunities for personal progression and development.

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