Associate Scientist

Azenta; Oxford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international life sciences company in Oxford is seeking an Associate Scientist to join their Next Generation Sequencing department. This entry-level role offers growth opportunities in a dynamic environment focused on innovation. Responsibilities include preparing DNA libraries, performing sequencing, and maintaining equipment. Applicants should have a Bachelor's in Biological Sciences and relevant laboratory experience. The company offers a competitive benefits package, including private medical insurance and a pension plan.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Company Pension

Life Insurance

Electric vehicle leasing

Cycle to Work

Denplan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Company bonus scheme

LinkedIn Learning cooperation

Qualifications

• Knowledge of standard laboratory processes
• Follow and help to develop Standard Operating Protocol (SOP)
• Strong communications / interpersonal skills both verbal and written are essential
• Sequencing experience (NGS) preferred

Responsibilities

• Prepare amplified template libraries for high-throughput sequencing
• Carry out DNA sequencing on next-generation DNA analyzers
• Perform routine maintenance of DNA analyzers and related equipment
• Check inventory and replenish consumable sequencing supplies
• Communicate with customers by phone and e-mail in a friendly and professional manner
• Follow SOPs and guidance of supervisors
• Be an effective team-player committed to company goals

Skills

Laboratory Experience

ELISA

Immunoassays

Transfection

Mammalian Cell Culture

Suspension Experience

Biochemistry

Assays

cGMP

Cell Culture

Molecular Biology

Flow Cytometry

Education

Bachelors Degree in Biological Sciences

Job description

Company

GENEWIZ UK Ltd

Job Title

Associate Scientist

Company Overview

Our NGS Lab team is looking for a new talent starting at the earliest possible time as Associate Scientist.

Location

Oxford

Employment Type

Full‑Time

Job Description

How You Will Add Value
The Associate Scientist position in our Next Generation Sequencing department is a great entry‑level role with room for growth and advancement. If you have the desire to work in a casual yet results‑driven environment that embraces innovation, then you’re just what we’re looking for!

Responsibilities

• Prepare amplified template libraries for high‑throughput sequencing
• Carry out DNA sequencing on next‑generation DNA analyzers
• Perform routine maintenance of DNA analyzers and related equipment
• Check inventory and replenish consumable sequencing supplies
• Communicate with customers by phone and e‑mail in a friendly and professional manner
• Follow SOPs and guidance of supervisors
• Be an effective team‑player committed to company goals

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Biological Sciences required, advanced degree preferred
• Knowledge of standard laboratory processes
• Follow and help to develop Standard Operating Protocol (SOP)
• Strong communications / interpersonal skills both verbal and written are essential
• Sequencing experience (NGS) preferred

Our Offer

Become part of a company that makes a positive contribution to launching groundbreaking scientific developments and therapies.

Contribute to innovative cell therapies and be a part of revolutionary cancer therapies.

Take advantage of the operational opportunities in a growing modern and innovative company within the health care / life science industry.

Experience an intensive exchange of experiences and close cooperation in a worldwide network with our customers, friends and partners.

After your initial training you will receive regular training and further education opportunities that are tailored to your needs.

A workplace that promotes your maximum.

Positive corporate culture and practiced teamwork across all locations.

Benefits

• Private Medical Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Company Pension.
• Life Insurance.
• Electric vehicle leasing.
• Cycle to Work.
• Denplan.
• Azenta Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Company bonus scheme.
• LinkedIn Learning cooperation.

About Us

At GENEWIZ from Azenta Life Sciences new ideas new technologies and new ways of thinking are driving our future. Our customer‑focused culture encourages employees to embrace innovation and challenge the status quo with novel thinking and collaborative work relationships.

GENEWIZ is a global leader in multiomics and synthetic solution services with headquarters in South Plainfield NJ and offices and operations worldwide. We empower our customers research by providing high‑quality precision‑based solutions from discovery through clinical development enabling scientists to make breakthroughs faster and more efficiently. Key services include Next Generation and Sanger sequencing, gene synthesis, gene‑to‑discovery solutions including antibody production, viral packaging and mRNA synthesis. Together with our customers we can be the partner of choice for life science communities worldwide driving advancements that foster innovation across the globe.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Azenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Additional Information

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Required Experience

IC

Key Skills

• Laboratory Experience
• ELISA
• Immunoassays
• Transfection
• Mammalian Cell Culture
• Suspension Experience
• Biochemistry
• Assays
• cGMP
• Cell Culture
• Molecular Biology
• Flow Cytometry