Bio-Rad Laboratories
New Product Development Coordinator (18-Month Fixed-Term Contract)
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Role Overview
The identification and sourcing of new immunological products and accessory reagents required to develop Bio-Rad antibodies portfolio consistent with Marketing focus and the needs of Bio-Rad LSG division.
This is an office-based role with the option to work from home up to 2 days a week, offered on an 18-month fixed-term contract.
You must have full right to work in the UK and live within commuting distance of our office in Kidlington, Oxfordshire (or be willing to relocate).
How You'll Make An Impact
- Sourcing of potential new products to fit in with current Marketing focus areas through the establishment of business relationships with both academic and commercial suppliers, and internet searches.
- Introduction of new products into catalogue range including data entry tasks, project tracking throughout the new product development (NPD) process in accordance with internal quality assurance (QA) requirements, and the compilation of both internal and customer-facing product-related documentation with reference to company style guides and compliance.
- Communicating with suppliers and attending occasional external meetings/conferences. Attending internal portfolio team meetings to discuss product development, including regular contact with the portfolio team, Product Manager and the compilation and presentation of new project proposals, to assist with decision making process.
- Identification and further development of key reagents, and product ranges, including image and data sourcing, recommendations for new conjugates, species cross-reactivity testing and new sizes.
- Maintaining up to date information in relation to designated relabel suppliers, and to inform Product Managers of new opportunities and problematic products, for which sourcing of replacement may be required.
- Background knowledge of products through the reading of references and contact with suppliers and Technology Transfer groups.
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What You Bring
- 2 years post-graduate experience in the biotechnology industry.
- MSc in Immunology or related discipline. PhD advantageous.
- Scientific knowledge of immunology and antibody-based applications including flow cytometry, IHC, western blotting and ELISA.
- Good understanding of antibody generation and technology.
- Excellent written communication skills and ability to establish and maintain working relationships with suppliers
- Ability to assess value/commercial viability of new products, and to work on projects both independently and in collaboration with Marketing within the Bio-Rad antibody team and the wider Bio-Rad.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office including MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook
About Us
For 70 years, Bio-Rad has focused on advancing the discovery process and transforming the fields of science and healthcare. As one of the top five life science companies, we are a global leader in developing, manufacturing, and marketing a broad range of high-quality research and clinical diagnostic products. We help people everywhere live longer, healthier lives. Recently voted a Best Place to Work, Bio-Rad offers a unique employee experience with collaborative teams that span the globe. Here, you are supported by leadership to build your career and are empowered to drive change that makes an impact you can see.
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Benefits
Bio-Rad's biggest asset is its people, and the reason why our Total Rewards deliver programs that provide value, quality, and inclusivity while satisfying the diverse needs of our evolving workforce. Our robust offerings serve to enrich the overall health, wealth, and wellbeing of our employees and their families through the various stages of an employee’s work and life cycle.
We’re proud to offer a variety of options in the UK including competitive salary, pension matched up to 8%, private health & dental insurance with Bupa, life insurance & income protection, 25 days holiday plus an extra day off on your birthday, Unum Help@Hand (a 24/7 online GP, physio, mental health support & virtual wellbeing program), Training & Development programs with access to LinkedIn Learning, Cycle to Work scheme, free on-site parking, employee High Street shopping discounts, gym membership discounts and employee referral scheme.
EEO Statement
Bio-Rad is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and we welcome candidates of all backgrounds. Veterans, people with disabilities, and people of all races, ethnicities, genders, ages, and orientations are encouraged to apply.
Agency Non-Solicitation
Bio-Rad does not accept agency resumes, unless the agency has been authorised by a Bio-Rad Recruiting Representative. Please do not submit resumes unless authorised to do so. Bio-Rad will not pay for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
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