CY Partners

About the Company

Established in 2008, we're global recruiters specialising in sourcing skilled science professionals from entry to executive level in Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology, Clinical and Chemical sectors.

Our team is equipped with experts in recruitment, qualified within the scientific industries we support. Working in partnership with you, we provide a personalised approach to your recruitment needs and offer the following services:

Contingency recruitment
Professional search
Project based recruitment
Part outsourced recruitment

We connect jobseekers with global opportunities and source top talent for clients worldwide, easing the burdens of job hunting and hiring. We provide a supportive, knowledgeable and professional service, ensuring the right career move or hire for you.

Contact us via LinkedIn, email, or phone for personalised service. Trusted long term partners in this dynamic job market, we're here to assist you in joining global Pharma corporations, ambitious Biotech start-ups, or sourcing skilled scientific professionals globally.

https://www.cypartners.co.uk
info@cypartners.co.uk
0191 477 4733

Listed Jobs

Company Name

CY Partners

Job Title

QC Scientist

Job Description

CY Partners have a new position available with our client who is a Global Pharmaceutical Company, with a site based in West Sussex. You will be joining on an initial 6 month contract.

Key Responsibilities:

Test routine production and stability samples in line with lead-time targets.
Perform qualitative and quantitative analysis of antibiotic powders and solid dose forms using techniques such as HPLC, Karl Fischer, and dissolution testing.
Calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment in accordance with SOPs.
Conduct and support Out of Specification (OOS) investigations, liaising with relevant departments as needed.
Review and verify analytical data produced by other analysts.
Carry out validation of analytical methods and equipment as required.

Key Requirements:

Degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences or a related scientific field.
Experience working in a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical laboratory.
Proficient in analytical techniques including HPLC and Karl Fischer titration.
Strong understanding of GLP, GMP and quality systems.
Experience in conducting and documenting OOS investigations.
Familiarity with electronic lab systems and LIMS is advantageous.

West Sussex, United Kingdom

On site

09-04-2025

Company Name

CY Partners

Job Title

Senior R&D Engineer – Electro-Mechanical Systems

Job Description

Senior R&D Engineer – Electro-Mechanical Systems
London Based
6-month contract / Outside IR35
Competitive Pay

Are you a hands-on Senior R&D Engineer with a passion for solving complex electro-mechanical challenges?

If so, I'd love to hear from you as CY Partners is supporting a pioneering organisation that is transforming the landscape of molecular diagnostics through cutting-edge technology. With a focus on rapid, accurate molecular analysis, they’re empowering clinicians and researchers with tools that accelerate discovery and improve patient outcomes. Their collaborative, innovation-led culture attracts some of the brightest minds in science and engineering, all driven by a shared mission to deliver life-changing solutions at the intersection of biology and technology.

They’re looking for a Senior R&D Engineer to join their growing team and play a key role in the design, development, and testing of advanced systems and components used in experimental platforms.

As a Senior R&D Engineer, you'll bring together mechanical engineering expertise, fluidic dynamics know-how, and practical design skills to help drive innovation across a range of complex projects. You’ll work closely with colleagues across software, process engineering, and science—both in the UK and US—developing prototypes, optimising test systems, and helping shape the future of scientific technology.

What you’ll be doing:
Designing, building, and testing novel systems and components based on both internal R&D goals and client requirements.
Solving complex electro-mechanical problems using creative, data-driven approaches.
Planning and conducting experiments, analysing data, and clearly presenting findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Collaborating cross-functionally with engineering, science, software, and IC design teams.
Supporting the prototyping and testing of systems in-house and with external partners.


Experience you'll need for the Senior R&D Engineer:
A higher degree in Mechanical Engineering, with extensive post-grad experience in an R&D setting working on complex electromechanical systems.
Strong working knowledge of system mechanics, fluidics, and basic electronics.
Proficiency in CAD and CAE software (e.g., SolidWorks, COMSOL).
Hands-on experience with prototyping methods such as 3D printing, CNC milling, or laser cutting.
The ability to grasp and discuss wider technical concepts including microfluidics, pneumatics, and temperature control.
Clear, confident communicator who can present experimental results to a range of stakeholders.

Additional experience in the following is an advantage;
Experience working within a regulated industry, especially ISO 13485.
An interest in programming and data automation.
Background in designing and testing sealed fluidic plastic components.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Senior R&D Engineer who wants to contribute to projects with real scientific impact in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

CY Partners is acting as a recruitment business/agency in relation to this vacancy.

London, United Kingdom

On site

14-04-2025

Company Name

CY Partners

Job Title

Clinical Safety Scientist

Job Description

Clinical Safety Scientist – HIV Medicines
Join our team to provide safety expertise with a focus on medicines used for the treatment and prevention of HIV. You'll be responsible for evaluating safety profiles and supporting risk management throughout the product lifecycle, from late-stage development to post-marketing use.

Initial 12 Month Contract. Up to £550 Umbrella Rate Per Day, DOE.

Role Responsibilities

Monitor and evaluate safety profiles for assigned products
Support regulatory decision-making by conducting routine pharmacovigilance activities
Contribute to signal detection and evaluation processes
Author key regulatory documents such as DSURs, EU RMPs, and PBRERs
Produce and update global Risk Management Plans
Assist with the update of investigator brochures
Contribute to regulatory benefit-risk assessments
Conduct literature reviews and use signal detection tools (e.g. CommonWealth Vigilance Workbench)
Prepare accurate evaluation documents with clear conclusions
Assist in preparing periodic regulatory submissions including PSURs/PBRERs, DSURs, and licence renewals

Role Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in a biomedical or healthcare-related field
Experience in scientific literature review, data analysis, and interpretation
Strong written communication skills in medical/scientific contexts
Familiarity with pharmacovigilance regulations and SERM methodologies
Understanding of causality assessment and safety signal evaluation
Basic knowledge of HIV therapy area (desirable)

London, United Kingdom

On site

15-04-2025

Company Name

CY Partners

Job Title

Graduate Technical Associate - IVD / Medical Devices

Job Description

Graduate Technical Associate - IVD / Medical Devices

6 month contract, 2 vacancies, June 2025 start

Based in London

£ Highly competitive salary


Are you a Biomedical Engineering graduate, or an early career scientist / engineer with hands on experience within a Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and/or Biosafety environment?

Would you like to join the team at a ground-breaking organisation to support the trial of their innovative molecular diagnostics platform?


My client are a well-funded and trail-blazing MedTech company with a disruptive diagnostics platform, providing fast and insightful near-patient analysis for a range of unmet clinical needs. As they continue to grow, they are looking to bring onboard two Graduate Technical Associate’s to support the hands-on testing of their prototype diagnostic instrument.

In this customer facing role, the successful candidate will be split across working at my clients site and their customers site, both of which are based in London. You will receive full training and a thorough product induction, following which you will work across a range of technical and operational activities in a real-world healthcare setting.


Key Responsibilities of the Graduate Technical Associate - IVD / Medical Devices will include;

Operate the diagnostics platform in line with Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), safety procedures and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s).
Support platform testing activities, collaborating with internal teams e.g. Engineering, Commercial and Integration to drive forward product development.
Supervise platform testing at a customer site (London based hospital).
Prepare consumables and maintain stock required for instrument operation.
Monitor and document instrument performance, addressing and escalating issues as needed.
Work with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues.


To be considered for the Graduate Technical Associate - IVD / Medical Devices vacancy, you’ll need the following skills and experience;

BSc or MSc in Biomedical Engineering or a related field, or equivalent working experience.
Demonstrable experience within a laboratory environment, gained within an academic or industry setting e.g. coursework, internships or a year in industry.
Strong IT skills, with a proficiency using Microsoft Office and similar software packages.
Excellent communication skills and a personable nature to support relationship building with internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to work both independently and within the larger team to ensure the smooth running of platform testing activities.
A keen eye for detail to be able to identify instrument abnormalities and take steps to escalate and address these.
Experience gained working within controlled areas (e.g. Cleanrooms or Testing Labs) and/or a BSL2 facility would be highly advantageous.
Knowledge of molecular biology techniques, including Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) would be desirable.


For further information, please apply online or contact Katie-May Kress at CY Partners for further information.


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The recruiter has stated that all applicants for this job should be able to prove that they are legally entitled to work in the UK. CY Partners is acting as an Employment Business / Agency in relation to this vacancy.

London, United Kingdom

On site

15-04-2025