Job Description

Scientist

  • Salary: Competitive
  • REF Number: v-182642
  • Consultant: Emily Mills
  • Contact: 01246 457720
  • Date Published: 10.04.2026
  • Industry: Biotech
  • Location: Harlow, Essex, England
  • Functional Expertise: Laboratory

Talentmark are recruiting for a Scientist to join a small biotechnology company that develop and supply PCR kits, to be based at their site in Harlow, Essex on a permanent basis.

This role

would suit someone with a solid technical foundation, proven laboratory competence, and a can do attitude.

The role:

  • Provide technical support to customers via email and phone, and occasionally in person.

  • Design, optimisation, and validation of PCR-based genotyping assays.
  • DNA extraction, quantification, and quality assessment.
  • Contribute to internal R&D and new product development projects.
  • Perform QC testing of reagents, PCR master mixes, and instrumentation.
Your Background:

  • A degree in Molecular Biology, Genetics, Plant Science, or a related biological discipline.
  • Demonstrable hands-on experience in a molecular biology laboratory.
  • Experience with PCR and standard DNA handling techniques.
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It is essential that applicants hold entitlement to work in the UK. Please quote job reference 182642 in all correspondence.

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