Oxford Nanopore
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"Pioneering portable, real-time DNA and RNA sequencing for anyone, anywhere"
About Oxford Nanopore
Oxford Nanopore Technologies makes sequencing devices that analyse native DNA and RNA in real time as molecules pass through tiny biological pores. Its range extends from portable MinION instruments to benchtop systems for large-scale sequencing, supporting laboratory and field research into human health, pathogens, food safety and the environment.
Founded in 2005 as a University of Oxford spin-out, the company combines nanopore science, molecular biology, informatics, engineering and manufacturing. Its technology can read fragments from short to ultra-long lengths without requiring samples to be batched, with some preparation workflows taking as little as 10 minutes. Health applications include clinical research and infectious-disease surveillance.
Working across disciplines
Teams work across scientific, engineering and commercial disciplines and collaborate with the community using Oxford Nanopore’s technology. This links product development with customer experience, bringing different educational and scientific backgrounds into the design and support of the platform.
Learning and development
Oxford Nanopore’s Talent Management Centre of Excellence coordinates learning across the business. Its training spans company-wide programmes and learning tailored to individual teams, alongside leadership development and technical training. The 2025 report describes these as opportunities for employees at all levels.
1000
Team Members
2005
Founded
Biotechnology
Sector
Hybrid
Work Environment