Scientist-00000STO
Description
Scientist
Inverness, Scotland
LifeScan is a Johnson & Johnson company. LifeScan Scotland was created in 2001 when Johnson & Johnson acquired the UK assets of Inverness Medical Ltd, a medical device company established in Inverness in 1995 to design and manufacture glucose test strips, and design electronic meters for the global diabetes market. Around 1,100 people are employed at the Inverness facility, which is regarded as a centre of excellence for those working in the field of diabetes.
With a focus on future development, LifeScan is committed to "creating a world without limits for people with diabetes." LifeScan Scotland's main product range includes the popular OneTouch® Brand of blood glucose monitoring systems, which is available globally. The company has also developed diabetes management software, control solutions and lancing devices and, in addition, produces the specialist test strips that work with many of the meters in the OneTouch Brand line.
We have excellent opportunities for a Scientist here in Inverness. As the capital of the Highlands this relatively small city, with a population of 65,000, offers an outstanding quality of life, excellent schools and colleges and good transport links - including an airport and the Inverness-to-London overnight sleeper.
We know joining us means more than simply changing jobs. For some, it will mean changing lives. It's your chance, not just to become part of a dedicated team, but also to join the communities that live and work in a part of the world renowned for its beauty, hospitality and safe lifestyle.
Tasks/Day-to-day responsibilities
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Responsibilities will include:
Ø Contribute to development of electrochemical glucose biosensors through
o Design and execution of experiments
o Data analysis
o Communication of conclusions through presentations, reports and posters
Ø Maintain a high level of customer focus to ensure delivery of business goals
Ø Plan and organize own work and provide input into planning of sub-projects
Ø Contribute to Company IP portfolio by producing Invention Disclosures
Ø Review and approve technical documents
Qualifications
Essential requirements for the role:
Ø BSc plus relevant experience
Ø Experience of practical electrochemistry
Ø Basic knowledge of materials science
Ø Competent user of standard data analysis software such as Excel and MINITAB
Desirable requirements for the role:
Ø Postgraduate qualification (MSc or PhD) in relevant subject
Ø Electrochemical simulation and theory development
Ø Advanced understanding of materials science of biosensor materials
Ø Able to use advanced software packages such as MATLAB and COMSOL
Will government officials please identify themselves on application for the purpose of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act. If you apply for the role, any personal data which you provide shall be processed by LifeScan Scotland, a Johnson & Johnson company, for the purpose of recruitment, recruitment policy and selection
Primary Location:Europe/Middle East/Africa-United Kingdom-Scotland-Inverness
Organization: Lifescan Scotland Limited (form. Inverness Medical (7691)
Job Function: R&D
Description
Scientist
Inverness, Scotland
LifeScan is a Johnson & Johnson company. LifeScan Scotland was created in 2001 when Johnson & Johnson acquired the UK assets of Inverness Medical Ltd, a medical device company established in Inverness in 1995 to design and manufacture glucose test strips, and design electronic meters for the global diabetes market. Around 1,100 people are employed at the Inverness facility, which is regarded as a centre of excellence for those working in the field of diabetes.
With a focus on future development, LifeScan is committed to "creating a world without limits for people with diabetes." LifeScan Scotland's main product range includes the popular OneTouch® Brand of blood glucose monitoring systems, which is available globally. The company has also developed diabetes management software, control solutions and lancing devices and, in addition, produces the specialist test strips that work with many of the meters in the OneTouch Brand line.
We have excellent opportunities for a Scientist here in Inverness. As the capital of the Highlands this relatively small city, with a population of 65,000, offers an outstanding quality of life, excellent schools and colleges and good transport links - including an airport and the Inverness-to-London overnight sleeper.
We know joining us means more than simply changing jobs. For some, it will mean changing lives. It's your chance, not just to become part of a dedicated team, but also to join the communities that live and work in a part of the world renowned for its beauty, hospitality and safe lifestyle.
Tasks/Day-to-day responsibilities
-
Responsibilities will include:
Ø Contribute to development of electrochemical glucose biosensors through
o Design and execution of experiments
o Data analysis
o Communication of conclusions through presentations, reports and posters
Ø Maintain a high level of customer focus to ensure delivery of business goals
Ø Plan and organize own work and provide input into planning of sub-projects
Ø Contribute to Company IP portfolio by producing Invention Disclosures
Ø Review and approve technical documents
Qualifications
Essential requirements for the role:
Ø BSc plus relevant experience
Ø Experience of practical electrochemistry
Ø Basic knowledge of materials science
Ø Competent user of standard data analysis software such as Excel and MINITAB
Desirable requirements for the role:
Ø Postgraduate qualification (MSc or PhD) in relevant subject
Ø Electrochemical simulation and theory development
Ø Advanced understanding of materials science of biosensor materials
Ø Able to use advanced software packages such as MATLAB and COMSOL
Will government officials please identify themselves on application for the purpose of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act. If you apply for the role, any personal data which you provide shall be processed by LifeScan Scotland, a Johnson & Johnson company, for the purpose of recruitment, recruitment policy and selection
Primary Location:Europe/Middle East/Africa-United Kingdom-Scotland-Inverness
Organization: Lifescan Scotland Limited (form. Inverness Medical (7691)
Job Function: R&D
