Associate/Research Scientist - Human In Vitro Assays

ZipRecruiter; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biotech recruitment firm is looking for an Associate/Research Scientist in London. The role involves developing human in vitro assays and requires a minimum BSc in Biological Science, along with practical lab experience. Join a dynamic team working closely with top-tier scientists, offering exposure to innovative biotech projects. This permanent position comes with daytime working hours in a cutting-edge environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum BSc or equivalent in a Biological Science.
• At least 1-2 years post-graduate experience in an industrial or translational lab setting.
• Previous experience in human primary immune cells.

Responsibilities

• Develop complex cell assays to answer key mechanistic questions.
• Maintain high standards of record-keeping for data delivery.
• Execute medium/high throughput screening of novel antibodies/compounds.

Skills

Flow cytometry

Communication

Cell assay development

Education

BSc in Biological Science

Tools

Electronic notebooks

Job description

Job Description

CK Group are recruiting for an Associate/Research Scientist – Human In Vitro Assays to join a new lab in London embedded in one of Europe's leading life sciences venture ecosystems. This lab supports early-stage biotech companies developing and running complex in vitro assays that help guide real-world drug discovery.

The role will be based at their site in Kings Cross, London and is a permanent role with Mon-Fri day time working hours.



The Role

You’ll work directly on complex cutting-edge human primary cell assays to generate the data that shapes new therapeutics. You’ll be part of a small, focused team, with an opportunity to take ownership of impactful research projects.

What really sets this role apart is the opportunities you will have to understand how start-up biotech works from a very experienced team. You’ll be working alongside top-tier scientists, investors, and founders, providing exposure to an extensive network of brilliant researchers and leaders in the biotech industry.



Responsibilities:

• Apply previous experience and literature analysis to develop complex cell assays to answer key mechanistic questions on projects
• Maintain high standards of record-keeping for delivery of data and reports to clients
• Execute medium/high throughput screening of novel antibodies/compounds
• Excellent communication of data and advise on strategy to external stakeholders

Your Background:

Essential:

• Minimum BSc or equivalent in a Biological Science.
• At least 1-2 years post-graduate experience in an industrial or translational lab setting (pharma or biotech).
• Previous experience in human primary immune cells
• Direct practical knowledge of flow cytometry
• Experience maintaining electronic note books

Desirable:

• High throughput screening cell assay screening
• Development of flow cytometry assays

Apply:

It is essential all applicants hold entitlement to work in the UK. Please quote job reference 149 507 in all correspondence.

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