CY Partners

About the Company

Established in 2008, we're global recruiters specialising in sourcing skilled science professionals from entry to executive level in Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology, Clinical and Chemical sectors.

Our team is equipped with experts in recruitment, qualified within the scientific industries we support. Working in partnership with you, we provide a personalised approach to your recruitment needs and offer the following services:

Contingency recruitment
Professional search
Project based recruitment
Part outsourced recruitment

We connect jobseekers with global opportunities and source top talent for clients worldwide, easing the burdens of job hunting and hiring. We provide a supportive, knowledgeable and professional service, ensuring the right career move or hire for you.

Contact us via LinkedIn, email, or phone for personalised service. Trusted long term partners in this dynamic job market, we're here to assist you in joining global Pharma corporations, ambitious Biotech start-ups, or sourcing skilled scientific professionals globally.

https://www.cypartners.co.uk
info@cypartners.co.uk
0191 477 4733

Listed Jobs

Company Name

CY Partners

Job Title

Graduate Technical Associate - IVD / Medical Devices

Job Description

Job title: Graduate Technical Associate – IVD / Medical Devices Role Summary: Provide hands‑on support for the testing and operation of a prototype molecular diagnostics instrument in a controlled laboratory and customer hospital environment. Ensure compliance with Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), safety procedures, and standard operating procedures while collaborating across engineering, commercial, and integration teams. Expactations: Operate the diagnostics platform independently, manage consumables, monitor instrument performance, troubleshoot technical issues, and maintain accurate documentation. Participate in cross‑functional meetings, support product development, and perform customer site visits to supervise testing activities. Key Responsibilities: - Run routine and troubleshooting tests on the molecular diagnostics platform in GLP‑compliant conditions. - Prepare and manage consumables and stock required for instrument operation. - Monitor instrumentation performance, record metrics, and report deviations or malfunctions promptly. - Collaborate with engineering, commercial, and integration teams to support prototype development and validation. - Supervise platform use during customer visits, ensuring adherence to SOPs and safety protocols. - Document all test activities, results, and any corrective actions within laboratory information management systems. - Maintain ongoing communication with internal and external stakeholders to align on testing schedules and outcomes. Required Skills: - Bachelor’s (BSc) or Master’s (MSc) in Biomedical Engineering or equivalent. - Hands‑on laboratory experience (academic or industry; coursework, internship, or one year of work). - Proficiency with Microsoft Office and related software. - Strong written and verbal communication skills with a personable, team‑oriented approach. - Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑moving environment. - Attention to detail and the capability to identify and escalation instrument abnormalities. - Experience in controlled environments such as Cleanrooms, GLP labs, or BSL‑2 facilities highly advantageous. - Knowledge of molecular biology techniques and Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) desirable. Required Education & Certifications: - BSc or MSc in Biomedical Engineering, Biological Sciences, or a closely related field. - No specific certifications required, but familiarity with GLP, ISO 13485 and laboratory safety is preferred.

London, United kingdom

On site

Junior

11-09-2025