RnD Development Engineer - Assay Development

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Laboratory Setting, Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)

Job Description

Location/Division Specific Information: 

Olink, part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, is dedicated to advancing the understanding of human disease through proteomics. Olink panels provide innovative, high-quality solutions for human protein biomarker discovery, enabling researchers to measure thousands of proteins simultaneously from just a few microliters of blood. Using highly specific and thoroughly validated assays with a wide dynamic range, Olink’s technology overcomes traditional limitations in protein analysis and supports deeper insights into human biology and disease.

Job description:

We are seeking a Development Engineer to join the Assay Development NGS team within the Highplex department at RnD on a temporary basis. If you want to work with a leading technology that supports precision medicine you might the person we are looking for.

Assay Development NGS is responsible for developing immunoassays for Olink's Highplex products, such as Olink Explore HT and Olink Reveal and assessing assay performance throughout development projects. Product development is carried out in projects with members from other departments. Furthermore, Assay Development NGS also work with research and development of product concepts and ideas.

A Day in the Life:

As a Product Development Engineer in the group, your duties will vary across project phases. It will consist of both laboratory work, but also activity planning, data analysis and result and information handling.  The main tasks will be to:

• Plan and perform laboratory work in accordance with set project plans and work schedules.
• Perform experiments using Olinks PEA (Proximity Extension Assay) with NGS as a readout platform.
• Evaluate, report and document results from the laboratory work according to existing procedures. 
• Contribute to project plans.
• Improve instructions and ways of working.
• Actively participate in the development of the group's and department's activities and participate in improvement projects.

The role is based at the Olink HQ in Uppsala and reports to the Assay Development Manager. Please note that this is fixed term position starting in 2026 and extending to the end of June 2027 to cover for an employee while on parental leave.

Requirements:

• Master's degree in life sciences or equivalent experience.
• Solid lab experience, pipetting small volumes (<5μl)
• Solid understanding of immunoassays.
• Experience working with qPCR or NGS protocols.
• Experience managing substantial quantities of reagents and data.
• Good computer skills in general and good knowledge of Excel.
• A few years of working experience from the industry is advantageous.
• Experience in using pipetting robots is advantageous.
• Experience of R and Python is a plus.
• Proficient in spoken and written English, Swedish skills as well is preferred.
   

As a person you are responsible, driven, proactive, and oriented toward solutions. Because we process large quantities of reagents and data, being detailed and structured is essential. You are a teammate who easily communicates and works with people within the group and in other departments. It is crucial to have a positive attitude and flexibility, as we focus heavily on serving customers.

Why Join Us? 

At Olink, Thermo Fisher Scientific, you will be part of a nurturing team that values integrity, innovation, and involvement. We offer an encouraging environment where your diverse experiences and perspectives are appreciated, enabling you to thrive and excel in your career. Come aboard and contribute significantly to global health and safety! 

If you believe you’re the right fit for this role, we encourage you to submit your resume along with a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience. The last day for applications is on the 28th of April 2026.