Technician - Hardware

About Portal Biotech

Portal Biotech is developing next-generation bench-top instruments for proteomics, building on decades of in-house expertise in nanopore technology. By analysing full-length protein molecules at the single-molecule level, our platform delivers rapid, real-time information on protein identity, abundance, and structure. This insight opens frontiers in drug discovery, diagnostics, and fundamental research, helping scientists and clinicians to better understand human health and disease.

About the role

We are seeking a Technician to join our Hardware team. Based in our headquarters in Scale Space, White City, London, and reporting to the Cartridge Team Leader, this on-site, lab-based role will involve the preparation and quality control of materials used for cartridge research and development. You will work with experts in molecular biology, electronics, software engineering and mechanical engineering.

Tasks and responsibilities

• Prepare solutions and other materials for cartridge research and development
• Assemble and characterise cartridges by following established protocols
• Identify and document any issues raised by quality-control processes
• Identify areas for improvement in cartridge assembly and quality control
• Maintain an inventory of critical cartridge components

Qualifications

Required:

• Undergraduate degree in a physical or biological science or engineering
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Attention to detail

Desirable:

• Experience in following scientific protocols rigorously
• Experience of working in a biochemistry laboratory

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. If you are passionate about developing cutting-edge scientific tools and want to contribute to breakthrough innovations in proteomics, we encourage you to apply!