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Welcome to RAS Scientific

Your Operations Consultancy Partner

Services

Operations solutions

Whatever your operational project, RAS Scientific is here to help!

Flexible support is available for life science organisations at every stage, including pre-seed, seed and Series A start-ups in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals and clinical diagnostics.

Implementation of new or the optimisation of existing workstream and processes:

Supporting with all aspects of implementing new scientific processes, sourcing required equipment, negotiating with suppliers, protocol optimisation and more…

Advise on, support and mentor operational process improvements using industry recognised operational excellence and LEAN methodologies to identify efficiency and cost savings. From complex scientific workflows, commercial sales cycles or waste reduction – RAS Scientific can help.

Partner with RAS Scientific to support your Business Development opportunities:

Using extensive connections and contacts to support your sales pipeline with the generation of new leads and exceptional customer focus, as well as providing market access analysis and territory mapping for your products or services.

Used equipment brokering

Second hand equipment can offer a cost-effective option whether for a new start-up or established laboratory. Eco-friendly and sustainable, upcycling can enhance a company’s green credentials and environmental stewardship commitments, whilst ensuring the best use of valuable laboratory space and adding value to surplus equipment.

Drawing on 30 years of industry experience, whether you wish to purchase or to sell serviceable used equipment, RAS Scientific can source required equipment, identify potential buyers, whilst also being able to assist with negotiations and contractual processes.

Supporting laboratory set-up or relocation

RAS Scientific understands that setting up or relocating your laboratory can be challenging, with the potential to take valuable resource away from your primary business needs - we are here to help support and do the heavy lifting!

From optimisation of lab design, sourcing and procurement of new or used equipment, relocation to new premises, laboratory shutdown and responsible site clearance - RAS Scientific has got you covered.

As part of this support, project management of your landlord to ensure a smooth transition at the end of tenancy is also offered.

About RAS Scientific

Having worked within the scientific industry for over 30 years, from lab bench to director, founding owner & director of RAS Scientific Ltd, Richard Stevens, has a wealth of experience to offer as your operations consultancy partner.

During his career he has gained extensive scientific industry experience and connections. With a strong managerial background and experience in implementing new strategies for growth, Richard has a proven track record, demonstrating a strong commercial focus and high level of business acumen.

Richard is experienced in managing and development of high-performance teams and the promotion of process improvement through operational excellence methods.

Used to sourcing equipment and supplies, including price negotiations, he is able to help with purchasing and sourcing of new and used equipment. Being keen to advance sustainability, Richard is also able to help with the upcycling of quality used equipment.

Experienced in laboratory design, managing relocation to alternative premises, together with supporting new business acquisition and integration, Richard is well qualified to advise and assist with all your operational projects.

How can RAS Scientific help?

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