Biological Applications Scientist
Belfast (with frequent travel in the UK and Ireland and occasionally in the EU)

About Us

Causeway Sensors is a spin-out company from Queen’s University Belfast, developing game-changing nanotechnology that can plug into bioreactors to monitor biomanufacturing in real-time.

We are a forward-thinking organisation dedicated to delivering impactful outcomes through a small yet effective team. Our focus is on strategic excellence and fostering a collaborative work environment where everyone contributes to success.

We are now looking for a Biological Applications Scientist to join us on a full-time, permanent basis, working 37.5 hours per week.

The Benefits

- Salary of £30,000 – £36,000 per annum, depending on experience
- 23 days’ annual leave + 10 Bank Holidays/Closures
- Generous pension contributions

This is a fantastic opportunity for a talented and imaginative biologist with expertise in running biological assays or developing novel biochemical coupling layers to take their next step with our exceptional organisation.

This is a rare chance to work at the forefront of game-changing technology that simply doesn’t exist anywhere else, affording you the chance to further grow your portfolio whilst supporting our success.

Joining our start-up gives you a host of unique and genuinely exciting opportunities to make an impact, solve ‘big question’ problems, and develop your bio-tech career within the novel deep-tech space that will ensure you are a sought-after individual in the future.

So, if you are ready to advance your career at an incredible time in our evolution, we’re waiting to hear from you.

The Role

As a Biological Applications Scientist, you will play a key role in advancing the development and real-world application of our novel sensor platform.

Working within our world-class laboratory, you will design, refine, and validate assays, preparing biological reagents, ensuring smooth day-to-day lab operations, and helping build the foundations that allow our platform to excel.

You’ll also lead comparative studies against alternative biosensor technologies, analyse complex datasets, and translate your findings into clear, actionable reports that drive internal decision-making.

Alongside your lab-based work, you will:

- Collaborate widely across the organisation and beyond
- Present your results to colleagues
- Manage projects with external validation partners
- Represent us at conferences and exhibitions to showcase our capability and potential

About You

To be considered as a Biological Applications Scientist, you will need:

- Experience working in a research laboratory (industrial or academic)
- At least 12 months’ experience running biological assays via ELISA or other label-free technologies OR 12 months’ experience developing novel biochemical coupling layers
- Experience writing, reviewing, and following Standard Operating Procedures
- High competency in numeracy, IT, and presentation skills
- The ability to work in a team
- A degree (or equivalent qualification) in biology, biochemistry, biotechnology, or a closely relevant subject

Other organisations may call this role Biological Scientist, Biologist, Biosensor Scientist, Biotech Scientist, Biochemical Scientist, Assay Development Scientist, Research Scientist, or Laboratory Scientist.

Webrecruit and Causeway Sensors are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.

So, if you are ready to advance, grow, and develop exceptional solutions as a Biological Applications Scientist, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £30,000.00-£36,000.00 per year

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Belfast BT7 1NF

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