Job Description

At Arctech Innovation, we develop cutting-edge solutions to real-world problems. Our work spans three core verticals: pest control, animal health, and human health. We are developing novel technology to detect pests and diseases using odour biomarkers.

Our culture is grounded in our core values - integrity, innovation, impact, partnership, and responsibility - which guide how we work together, support our clients and partners, and uphold our responsibility to the communities and ecosystems impacted by our work.

You will be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking environment that values scientific excellence, creative problem-solving, and a shared commitment to making a meaningful difference.

The Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity to join our expanding Research and Development Team as an R&D Manager. The successful candidate will lead the execution of key experiments across projects, driving the development of Arctech's cutting-edge technology. Tasks will be diverse and wide-ranging, from insect behavioural assays and analytical chemistry, to working alongside engineers and data scientists to develop our Semeion iQ technology.

Main duties and responsibilities

Lead the execution of key studies across Arctech's portfolio of projects: organising, supervising, and conducting data collection, recording and analysis

Oversee the smooth running of the laboratory, ensuring a tidy and organised environment as well as compliance with health and safety procedures

Evaluate, advise, and implement improvements to streamline R&D activities

Perform literature reviews to support experimental design

Train and supervise team members where necessary

Provide clear communication to Director of R&D on experimental status

Write SOP/RA/COSHH and study reports

Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders where needed

This job role is likely to include line management responsibilities

Essential skills and experience

Technical

Educated to MSc level or equivalent experience

Experience working with arthropods

Experience of designing and executing scientific studies to high standards

Well-developed analytical and problem-solving capabilities, including strong attention to detail

Competency in MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Behavioural

Committed to and passionate about Arctech's mission and values

Resilient to ambiguity in an innovative and changing environment

Able to work on multiple projects in parallel and prioritise workload to ensure effective use of time

A team player who can build strong relationships and contribute to a positive working environment

Able to work with a sense of urgency when required

Advantageous skills and experience

Experience performing GC-MS and GC-EAG

Experience with insect behavioural bioassays

Ability to perform statistical analysis on biological data

Experience leading studies and training team members

Benefits

30 days paid annual leave in addition to bank holidays

6 wellbeing days (at the discretion of the employer)

Free onsite parking

Competitive pension scheme

Employee assistance programme

Hybrid working - 4 days per week on site

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 39,631.00 per year

Education:

Master's (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Dagenham RM10 7FN