Applications Scientist

UNAVAILABLE; Oxford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Applications Scientist to drive advancements in their Cell Biology product range. The role involves designing complex experiments using techniques like Flow Cytometry and providing high-quality commercial data. Candidates should possess a strong background in Cell Biology or Immunology and relevant practical experience. This position offers a collaborative environment and supports the growth of innovative technologies while delivering essential insights to both internal teams and clients.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus an extra day off on your birthday

Pension matched up to 8%

Private health & dental insurance with Bupa

Bonus scheme

Life insurance & income protection

Cycle to work scheme

Free on-site parking

High Street shopping discounts

Gym subscriptions discounts

Employee referral scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years’ experience in industry or laboratory.
• In-depth knowledge of Flow Cytometry instrumentation.
• Hands-on experience with Western blotting and ELISA.

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze multicolor panels for Flow Cytometry.
• Collaborate with teams to achieve shared objectives.
• Prepare customer-facing data and presentations.

Skills

Multicolour Flow Cytometry

Immunology

Proteomics

Data Analysis

Cell Culture

Education

MSc in Cell Biology or Immunology

PhD (advantageous)

Tools

Flow Cytometry Software

Western Blotting

ELISA

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Kidlington, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom.

As a crucial member of the New Products Applications Team, in the role of Applications Scientist, you will play a pivotal part in advancing Bio-Rad’s mission, vision and values. You will be instrumental in the growth and expansion of markets spanning Cell biology products. Your impact will be felt through the meticulous design and execution of experiments in sophisticated techniques such as Flow cytometry, Western Blotting and ELISA.

Your technical ability and knowledge on multicolour Flow cytometry, Western Blotting and ELISA will help us to validate our antibodies, viability dyes, and other reagents to complement our instrumentation. Your ability to critical thinking will help us to generate customer facing high quality commercial data. This role, and the team, will work closely with various product marketing groups and product managers from various departments. Additionally, as a member of New products team, you will be supporting key collaborations that grow and expand market adoption of applications and technologies within the portfolio.

The ideal candidate will have experiences spanning Cell biology, Immunology, Proteomics, with a specific emphasis on Multicolour Flow Cytometry.

How You'll Make an Impact:

• Design, execute and analyze complex multicolor panels for Flow Cytometry.

• Design, execute and analyze experiments that span the disciplines of Cell biology and Immunology.

• Perform data analysis and effectively communicate results to technical audiences.

• Work collaboratively with members of the Applications, New products, Marketing and other teams to collectively achieve shared objectives. Additionally, demonstrate the capability to work independently when required.

• As a subject matter expert, you will provide valuable insight and direction when interfacing with internal and external stakeholders on experimential design, optimization, and troubleshooting.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to prepare customer facing data, webinars and presentations etc.

What You Bring:

• MSc degree in Cell Biology, Immunology, or similar life science discipline with 2:1 or higher. A PhD will be advantageous.

• A minimum of three years’ full-time experience in industry or a laboratory environment.

• In depth knowledge and direct experience with multicolour Flow cytometry instrumentation and software. Work experience in ZE5 cell analyser will be advantageous

• Experience with complex multicolor panel design, analysis and related methods including extra-cellular and intra-cellular labelling.

• Hands on experience with Western blotting and ELISA will be necessary.

• Knowledge and experience in performing data analysis using Flow cytometry software like FlowJo will be necessary. Knowledge in FCS Express will be advantageous.

• Cell culture experience and competency in the processing/preparation of biological samples for immunoassay will be necessary.

• Experience of communicating in Professional environment.

• Attention to details and ability to follow instructions-written and verbal.

• Microsoft Office knowledge.

• Ability to follow standard operating procedures, write reports and prepare webinars. Experience in Quality control and production environment is advantageous.

If you have experience that aligns with the responsibilities of this role, we encourage you to apply!

Who We Are:

For 70 years, Bio-Rad has focused on advancing the discovery process and transforming the fields of science and healthcare. As one of the top five life science companies, we are a global leader in developing, manufacturing, and marketing a broad range of high-quality research and clinical diagnostic products. We help people everywhere live longer, healthier lives. Recently voted a Best Place to Work, Bio-Rad offers a unique employee experience with collaborative teams that span the globe. Here, you are supported by leadership to build your career and are empowered to drive change that makes an impact you can see.

The antibody manufacturing unit is headquartered in Kidlington, near Oxford, England, along with its main production facilities.

Benefits: Bio-Rad's biggest asset is its people, and the reason why our Total Rewards deliver programs that provide value, quality, and inclusivity while satisfying the diverse needs of our evolving workforce. Our robust offerings serve to enrich the overall health, wealth, and wellbeing of our employees and their families through the various stages of an employee’s work and life cycle.

We’re proud to offer a variety of options, including 25 days holiday plus an extra day off on your birthday, pension matched up to 8%, private health & dental insurance with Bupa, free digital dentist live chatline with Toothfairy, bonus scheme, life insurance & income protection, cycle to work scheme, free on-site parking, High Street shopping discounts, Gym subscriptions discounts, employee referral scheme & our EAPUnum Help@Hand (24/7 online GP, physio, mental health support & virtual wellbeing program).

EEO Statement:Bio-Rad is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and we welcome candidates of all backgrounds. Veterans, people with disabilities, and people of all races, ethnicities, genders, ages, and orientations are encouraged to apply.

Agency Non-Solicitation:Bio-Rad does not accept agency resumes, unless the agency has been authorised by a Bio-Rad Recruiting Representative. Please do not submit resumes unless authorised to do so. Bio-Rad will not pay for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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