Scientist - Diagnostic Laboratory Sciences (DLS)

Avantor

Cambridge, United Kingdom

We are recruiting a Scientist – Diagnostic Laboratory Sciences (DLS) to join our client’s highly regulated, CAP‑accredited laboratory environment in Cambridge. This is a hands‑on, lab‑based role supporting the development, optimisation and validation of cutting‑edge diagnostic assays, including histopathology, immunohistochemistry (IHC), and digital/computational pathology.

Working as part of a highly collaborative scientific team, you will support world‑class discovery and precision diagnostics programmes, contributing to novel diagnostic solutions that impact patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Provide day‑to‑day scientific and laboratory operational support;
Independently undertake technical work in accordance with SOPs and quality standards;
Support development, optimisation, verification and validation of diagnostic assays;
Perform microtomy and tissue preparation across a range of human tissue types;
Operate and maintain automated IHC and histology platforms (e.g. Ventana, Leica, Dako);
Support digital pathology workflows including slide scanning, QC and troubleshooting;
Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory and quality frameworks (CAP/CLIA, ISO, HTA, GCP);
Accurately record and manage data using a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS);
Work closely with scientists, project managers and cross‑functional teams to communicate data and findings clearly.

About You

Essential:

BSc (or equivalent experience) in Biomedical Science, Pathology, Molecular Biology or related field;
Minimum 2 years’ experience in a diagnostic histopathology and/or IHC laboratory;
Proven experience with microtomy and handling human tissue samples;
Experience working in a regulated laboratory environment;
Strong attention to detail, data integrity and quality standards;
Ability to manage your own workload while contributing effectively to team objectives.