Are you ready to innovate diagnostic solutions in a company
that values scientific excellence and growth?
Join our Research and Development team at Getica, a subsidiary of Gentian Diagnostics, in Gothenburg as Product Development Scientist / Research Scientist and contribute to the development of cutting-edge IVD products. This temporary 12-month position offers you the opportunity to play a key role in advancing immunoassays for clinical chemistry analysers, making a real impact on global healthcare.
What we offer
- Innovative projects: Work on developing state-of-the-art diagnostic solutions that improve patient outcomes worldwide.
- Professional growth: Expand your expertise in a dynamic, fast-growing life science company.
- Supportive environment: Collaborate with highly skilled colleagues in an informal and inclusive workplace.
Key responsibilities
- Product development: Contribute to exploratory work and early product development of immunoassays for clinical chemistry analysers.
- Laboratory work: Perform experimental work and support maintenance and troubleshooting of internal instruments to ensure reliable results.
- Project collaboration: Take part in cross-functional R&D projects through the exploratory, proof-of-concept, and optimization phases.
- Clinical and regulatory support: Support preparation of technical documentation in collaboration with QA and RA.
- Educational background: M.Sc. or equivalent in Biochemistry, Biophysics, Biotechnology, Chemistry, or a related natural science discipline.
- Experience: 3–5 years of analytical laboratory experience, preferably within the IVD or medical device industry. Hands-on experience with analytical instrumentation is required. Experience with immunoassays, either in development or routine use, and working with clinical chemistry analysers is an advantage.
- Technical proficiency: Skilled in data analysis and relevant software (MS Office Excel and Word, Analyse-It for Excel or other statistical tools).
- Language skills: English is the official company language. Ability to communicate in Swedish is an advantage but not a requirement.
- Personal attributes: Detail-oriented, analytical, and well organized, with a proactive and self-driven approach. Flexible and positive mindset, with strong communication skills and a clear customer focus. Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Educational background: M.Sc. or equivalent in Biochemistry, Biophysics, Biotechnology, Chemistry, or a related natural science discipline.
- Experience: 3–5 years of analytical laboratory experience, preferably within the IVD or medical device industry. Hands-on experience with analytical instrumentation is required. Experience with immunoassays, either in development or routine use, and working with clinical chemistry analysers is an advantage.
- Technical proficiency: Skilled in data analysis and relevant software (MS Office Excel and Word, Analyse-It for Excel or other statistical tools).
- Language skills: English is the official company language. Ability to communicate in Swedish is an advantage but not a requirement.
- Personal attributes: Detail-oriented, analytical, and well organised, with a proactive and self-driven approach. Flexible and positive mindset, with strong communication skills and a clear customer focus. Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Join our team - apply now
If you are a scientist ready to make a difference in global healthcare, we would love to hear from you. Apply now and take the next step in your career. Please send your application, by June 10th, including cover letter and CV, to bard.nordby@gentian.com. For questions regarding the position, please contact Bård Nordby, HR & People Development Manager, at +47 9228716.
About Getica and Gentian Diagnostics
Getica AB, a subsidiary of Gentian since 2023, is a biotechnological R&D company located at Sahlgrenska Science Park in Gothenburg. Since 2014, Getica has worked with antigens and antibodies of both avian and mammalian origin for use in diagnostic assays. Today, Getica focuses exclusively on early-stage product development, including feasibility studies, proof-of-concept, and early development activities within the IVDR framework.
Gentian AS is a fast-growing developer and manufacturer of diagnostic tests. The diagnostic tests are sold globally, through direct sales and partnerships with world-leading diagnostic companies. The end-users are clinical laboratories that leverage Gentian’s tests to enable better treatment decisions and save costs. Gentian currently has 7 diagnostics tests being sold worldwide, contributing to saving costs and protecting life. Gentian is an international company with headquarter in Moss and offices around the world. The total revenue in 2025 ended at 176,5 MNOK. Gentian currently has approximately 65 employees, and with our future vision we assume to have significant sales revenue and headcount growth