Primary Production Scientist

AccuBio
Alva, Clackmannan, FK12 5EH, United Kingdom
2 weeks ago
Posted
30 Mar 2026 (2 weeks ago)

Primary Production Scientist

Location: On-site, Alva, Clackmannanshire - FK12 5DQ

Salary: £24,785 - £29,573 per annum (depending on experience) plus benefits

Contract: Permanent, Full time

Hours: Monday to Thursday 8.00am – 5.00pm and alternate Fridays 8.00am – 3.30pm

At Accubio Ltd, we develop and produce innovative diagnostic technologies that make a real difference to global healthcare.

We’re looking for a Primary Production Scientist to join our team in Alva, playing a hands-on role in manufacturing high-quality medical devices used worldwide.

Why this role matters:

As one of our Primary Production Scientists, you’ll play a key role in the production of our lateral flow devices, helping ensure we consistently deliver safe, high-quality medical devices used worldwide.

You’ll be joining a collaborative and supportive team where quality, innovation, and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything we do.

What you’ll be doing:

Your day-to-day will be varied, working within our production laboratories. Key responsibilities include:

• Manufacture of medical device reagents and components to strict quality standards and in line with planned manufacturing timelines and KPIs.

• In-process testing of components to ensure compliance with defined parameters at all stages of manufacturing.

• Operation, cleaning and routine maintenance of laboratory equipment associated with product manufacturing.

• Completion of batch manufacturing records and associated documentation to the appropriate standard, in compliance with ISO13485 and GMP.

• Support investigations of out of specification results or product failures where required.

• Contribute to continuous improvement of documentation and processes.

• Maintain compliance with QMS policies and procedures.

• Maintain compliance with Health & Safety policies and procedures.

What you bring:

The ideal candidate will be educated to degree level and preferably have at least 1 years’ experience within a GMP based medical device manufacturing environment, or similar industry.

Essential:

• A relevant degree or equivalent qualification

• Strong organisational and time management skills

• Excellent attention to detail with a methodical approach

• Clear written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

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