Medical Affairs Scientist

OGT is a leading global provider of clinical and diagnostic genomic solutions. We believe in creating products and partnerships that enable clinicians to deliver personalised healthcare to patients and that empower clinical researchers to develop the next generation of precision medicines.

** This position is a fixed-term contract, ending in December 2028 **

Our Medical Affairs Scientists are knowledgeable individuals who are passionate about ensuring that OGT’s products are safe, effective, and fit for purpose, thus allowing them to be available globally and state of the art. You will play an integral role in the delivery of internal and external analytical and clinical performance data for a range of OGT products. 

What you’ll be doing for us:

To work as part of a team in executing tasks as directed, but not limited to, the following activities:  

• Contribute to the documentation and infrastructure of the department by overseeing the writing of internal and external protocols, study plans and reports  
• Participate in the design, implementation and delivery of any required studies
• Identify and engage external laboratories, clinicians, and partners to obtain clinical performance data
• Support and coordinate external studies, including collaboration, data sharing, and contracting activities
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to support project delivery
• Manage and coordinate projects activities from initiation through to completion
• Analyse and interpret data across diagnostic techniques and deliver scientific, clinical, and analytical reports in a timely manner
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of study results
• Provide clinical/scientific input for product brochures, catalogues and other marketing materials when required
• Contribute to the quality management system and infrastructure of the department by providing input into internal protocols and implementation of CAPAs, change controls and improvements
• Support validation activities for team equipment and software, and support maintenance of risk management documentation in line with ISO 14971
• Provide training and support to medical affairs analysts and assistants as appropriate
• Provision of analytical teaching within and outside of the medical affairs team as appropriate
• Analysis of FFPE and haematological specimens using manual microscopes and automated software
• Support karyotype analysis of G banding and reverse DAPI FISH images
• To complete any other tasks as commensurate with the level and nature of the post as delegated by the line manager.

What we are looking for in you

Essential

• A bachelor’s degree in molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics, biotechnology, or similar subject is required
• Knowledge of FISH and/or cytogenetics techniques and their clinical applications
• Understanding of clinical diagnostics, laboratory workflows, or molecular testing
• Ability to engage confidently with external partners, including laboratories, clinicians, and collaborators
• Proven ability to proactively drive activities forward
• Experience drafting study protocols or similar technical/scientific documentation 
  
• Understanding of study design considerations, including objectives, endpoints and data requirements 
  
• Strong organisational and project coordination skills, managing activities from initiation through to completion 
  
• Ability to interpret clinical or diagnostic data, including comparison across different testing methodologies 
  
• Experience handling sensitive or clinical data, with an understanding of data quality and governance requirements 
  
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  

Desirable

• Cytogenetics experience in an NHS laboratory or equivalent
  
• Experience in data acquisition, clinical studies, or external collaborations 
  
• Experience setting up or supporting contracts, agreements, or study arrangements with external partners 
  
• Familiarity with disease areas, sample types, and appropriate testing approaches 
  
• Awareness of commercial or customer-facing environments, particularly in diagnostics or life sciences 
  
• Experience supporting clinical performance evaluations, validation, or regulatory activities 
  
• Experience in cytogenetics and or Karyotype analysis.
  

In return you will receive: 

• Competitive salary
• Pension Scheme (10% non-contributory)
• Private Health Insurance
• Private Dental Insurance
• Group Income Protection
• Group Life Assurance
• 25 days holiday plus UK bank holidays
• High Street Discount Scheme.

Application is via CV and a one-page covering letter outlining your suitability for the role, salary expectations and notice period.

Please note that we will need to establish your right to work during the recruitment process.