ZOMP
Research and Development Engineer
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ABOUT ZOMP
ZOMP spun out from the University of Cambridge. We have built the world’s first 3D imaging cytometer to deliver unmatched label-free analysis for use in cell therapy manufacturing.
YOUR ROLE
As a critical member of the team, your role is to support the development of product hardware and software to enable the commercial launch of our label-free cell analyser, including:
- Developing scientific hardware for life science tools.
- Designing electrical circuits and PCBs, as well as embedded devices, to power and control instrumentation.
- Understanding or experience in instrument control, automation, or robotics is ideal, especially using Python.
- Provide practical support for ongoing R&D projects, assisting scientists with experimental execution and data gathering.
- Contribute ideas and observations based on hands-on experience with the technology and biological applications.
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WE NEED YOU TO:
- Focus your energy on the mission. To know what work to put your energy into and to give that work your undivided attention is critical to the success of the company.
- Set yourself ambitious targets. Be bold in your goals and seek to grow your skills and abilities at ZOMP. We will support you in achieving who you want to be.
- Take the shortest path to learn, knowing that momentum beats perfection. We are often happy with a task being 70% complete. Moving forward at pace, to iterate in small batches and learn quickly is the goal.
- Understand your impact on others. Before you send that message, write that email or say what you want to say, consider how it might be perceived. Seek positive solutions in your interactions.
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QUALIFICATIONS
Hold a PhD or Masters in engineering, physics, or similar.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER
- To learn from a world-class team
- A clear path of progression as the business grows
- A memorable journey building something new and valuable to many
- A culture that celebrates wins, and learns from misses
- A generous salary
- 42 days holiday (includes bank holidays)
- Pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Sick pay
This job is suitable for candidates who have received a degree-level qualification and spent 2 to 4 years in an industrial setting solving a wide range of R&D problems.
Application deadline: 5pm - Friday 21st August 2026.
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