Senior Scientist, Chip Development
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Key details
- Location
- Oxford, United Kingdom
- Work style
- Onsite
- Level
- Senior
- Job type
- Full-time
- Function
- Science & Research
- Focus area
- other
- Posted
- 6d ago
Skills
About the role
Senior Scientist, Chip Development (12-Month Maternity Cover) | Oxford Nanopore Technologies
This is a 12-month maternity cover opportunity within our Chip Development team, offering the chance to work on cutting-edge science and contribute directly to the advancement of Oxford Nanopore's sequencing platforms.
We are seeking a Senior Scientist with expertise in surface science, biophysics, materials chemistry, or physical chemistry of interfaces to support the continuous innovation of the membrane and sensor chip chemistry that sits at the core of our technology.
This is a highly collaborative, laboratory-based role where you will work alongside multidisciplinary teams to solve complex scientific challenges, develop novel approaches, and contribute to technologies that are transforming genomics and molecular sensing.
Please note: this is a full time on site role based at the Oxford Science Park.
The Role
Key responsibilities include:
- Characterising and modifying surfaces and interfaces to drive improvements and innovation of our proprietary sensor chip technology
- Researching and developing novel membrane formulations
- Supporting electrophysiology-based experiments
- Designing experiments, analysing data, and communicating findings to a variety of stakeholders
- Collaborating across R&D teams to advance platform chemistry and support intellectual property generation
- Transferring processes and documentation to wider teams across the business
- Contributing to multiple projects while maintaining high scientific and laboratory safety standards
What We're Looking For
- PhD in Surface Science, Biophysics, Materials Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, or a related scientific discipline
- Postdoctoral and/or relevant industry experience with a strong scientific track record demonstrated through publications, patents, or other research outputs
- Strong practical and theoretical understanding of membrane science, surface modification, and selective wetting/de-wetting
- Experience using surface and interface characterisation techniques
- Proven experimental design and data analysis capabilities
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills
Desirable Experience
- Experience working with biological molecules such as DNA or proteins
- Previous project management experience
- Experience balancing multiple scientific projects simultaneously
About You
You are a curious and motivated scientist who enjoys solving challenging problems and translating scientific ideas into practical solutions. You thrive in fast-paced environments, are highly organised, adaptable, and capable of managing multiple priorities. You enjoy collaborating with others, communicating scientific findings clearly, and contributing to innovative research that delivers real-world impact.
This role would suit someone who is passionate about science, excited by interdisciplinary research, and eager to contribute to technology that is redefining what is possible in genomics.
Interested in learning more? We'd love to hear from you.
Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the job.
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Oxford Nanopore Technologies: Our goal is to bring the widest benefits to society through enabling the analysis of anything, by anyone, anywhere. The company has developed a new generation of nanopore-based sensing technology for faster, information rich, accessible and affordable molecular analysis. The first application is DNA/RNA sequencing, and the technology is in development for the analysis of other types of molecules including proteins. The technology is used to understand and characterise the biology of humans and diseases such as cancer, plants, animals, bacteria, viruses, and whole environments. With a thriving culture of ambition and strong innovation goals, Oxford Nanopore is a UK headquartered company with global operations and customers in more than 125 countries.
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