Welcome to Next Phase Recruitment! Please see below our current jobs that match your search criteria. For a broader job search please visit the home page or call us on 01403 216216 to discuss career options in other areas of Life Science and Technology.

Welcome to Next Phase Recruitment! Please use the above link to see our current jobs that match your search criteria. For a broader job search please visit the home page or call us on 01403 216216 to discuss career options in other areas of Life Science and Technology.

​Software Engineer (Life Sciences)

Welcome to Next Phase Recruitment! Please use the above link to see our current jobs that match your search criteria. For a broader job search, please visit the home page or call us on 01403 216216 to discuss c

Welcome to Next Phase Recruitment! Please use the above link to see our current jobs that match your search criteria. For a broader job search, please visit the home page or call us on 01403 216216 to discuss career options in other areas of Life Science and Technology.

Software Engineer

Software Engineers in the life sciences sector develop, test, and maintain software systems that support critical scientific workflows in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and healthcare technology. Their work enables researchers, clinicians, and production teams to operate efficiently, access data securely, and comply with regulatory standards.

A Software Engineer’s role typically involves:

  • Designing and building scientific applications – This can include systems for laboratory automation, data visualization, clinical trial management, or real-time monitoring of manufacturing processes.

  • Integrating with scientific instruments and databases – Engineers ensure seamless data capture from lab instruments (e.g., mass spectrometers, sequencers) and build connections to databases used for bioinformatics, compound libraries, or patient data.

  • Implementing secure, compliant systems – In regulated environments, software must comply with GxP, 21 CFR Part 11, and ISO standards. Engineers develop audit trails, user authentication protocols, and robust documentation.

  • Developing APIs and user interfaces – Many Software Engineers build APIs that support data sharing between systems, as well as intuitive front-end interfaces for scientists and operations teams.

  • Collaborating across disciplines – Software Engineers work alongside scientists, data analysts, QA professionals, and regulatory teams to ensure their systems meet technical and scientific requirements.

Areas of specialization may include:

  • Bioinformatics Software Development – For tools that process NGS or proteomics data.

  • Clinical Systems Engineering – Creating platforms for trial monitoring, EDC, or ePRO systems.

  • Lab Informatics – Supporting LIMS/ELN systems and integration with lab instruments.

  • Embedded Systems – Engineering firmware and software for medical devices or diagnostics hardware.

Strong candidates typically have experience with languages such as Python, Java, C#, or JavaScript, and familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g. AWS, Azure), database technologies, and DevOps workflows.

Sunderland

Sunderland is a city in Tyne and Wear in the North East region of England.  Major towns and cities within easy reach of Sunderland include Newcastle upon Tyne which is ten miles away, Durham, 12 miles away, Manchester and Edinburgh, both of which are approximately 100 miles away.  Sunderland is a coastal city and port at the mouth of the River Wear and this location made it an ideal centre for shipbuilding.  Shipbuilding and coalmining were the major employers in Sunderland until after WW2 when increased competition from overseas resulted in the last shipyard closing in 1988 and the last coal mine in 1994.  Following the decline of these industries in the late 20th century, Sunderland grew into a commercial centre for the automotive industry science & technology and the service sector.   The Nissan plant is the largest car manufacturing site in the UK and companies such as EE, Royal Mail and EDF have set up their contact centres in the area.

A major attraction in Sunderland is the National Glass Centre which depicts the history of glass production in the area from 7th century to the present day and also offers visitors the chance to have a go at blowing glass.

Famous people from Sunderland: Emeli Sandé, singer and Lauren Laverne, DJ and presenter