Associate Scientist I

Evotec WD; Monks Heath; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension after probation

Employer + employee pension match

Private health insurance (BUPA)

Wellbeing support 24/7

Dental cover

Job summary

Cyprotex, part of the Evotec Group, invites applications for an Associate Scientist (Toxicology) on a 6-month fixed-term contract at Alderley Park, Macclesfield. You will develop expertise across High-Content Screening, Seahorse, Flow Cytometry, and plate reader platforms while supporting drug discovery programs and regulatory studies.

The team emphasizes collaboration and R&D in a global context. The role requires a life-sciences degree, strong communication, meticulous attention to detail, and

Qualifications

• BSc in a life science subject; lab experience via placement or project.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Organisational skills with ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Meticulous attention to detail and adherence to safety regulations.
• Good problem-solving skills with initiative.
• Proficiency in MS Office and LIMS.

Responsibilities

• Support Toxicology screening assays (HCI, mitochondrial toxicity).
• Perform work to high standards within timelines and safety regulations.
• Assist in running and maintaining robotic systems for high throughput processes.
• Aid data analysis and interpretation using biochemistry and cell biology knowledge.
• Prepare compounds, stocks and buffers.
• Carry out routine calibration of lab equipment.
• Stay updated with scientific advances and guidelines in toxicology.

Skills

Team communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Literature monitoring

Office software

Education

BSc in Life Sciences

Tools

LIMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Are you a recent graduate within the Toxicology field with a passion and driven by discovery to wanting to contribute to global drug discovery? If so, then this could be the opportunity for you! As an Associate Scientist, you will be working within our dynamic and adaptable toxicology team which works closely together to support, coach, and mentor one another. The team is committed to the developments and continually strives to be at the forefront of in vitro toxicology capabilities. Working with collaborative partnerships ranging from small academic groups to large international pharmaceutical and cosmetics companies in doing so, it champions the use of new science and technology to provide tailored solutions aligned to the specific needs of each client. We continually push to grow and improve our scientific offerings through bespoke projects and continual assay development. Our team currently consists of 18 members with varying levels of experience and areas of expertise team and in response to our growing business, we are looking for another Associate Scientist to support the group's further expansion.

Role: Associate Scientist (Toxicology) Role Type: 6 Month Fixed Term Contract Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week Location: Alderley Park, Macclesfield, SK10 4TG.

Our Company Cyprotex vision is to be pioneers of innovative ADME-Tox partnerships, driving the delivery of safer and more effective medicines. With state-of-the-art facilities and technical expertise, we specialise in in vitro and in silico ADME-Tox services, providing a wide range of assays tailored to our client’s needs. This includes in vitro screening to support discovery projects, regulatory studies to support preclinical and clinical development, specialist mechanistic in vitro human and animal toxicity models and PBPK/QSAR modelling expertise. As well as supporting clients directly, we have a strong focus on R&D. Our Alderley Park site is set in the heart of Cheshire surrounded by a stunning 400-acre estate, open green spaces, and sweeping viewpoints, all within easy reach of Merseyside and Greater Manchester, Staffordshire, and Shropshire. Easy access to public transport. Cyprotex is part of the Evotec Group, a global leader in research. With state-of-the-art facilities and technical expertise, we provide innovative and bespoke assurance tailored to each of our client’s needs. As a result of year-on-year success within the company and continued business growth, exciting opportunities have arisen to join our team of 15+ Toxicology scientists. As a member of the Toxicology team, you will develop in-depth technical expertise across multiple platforms including High-Content Screening (HCS), Seahorse Analyser, Flow Cytometry and plate reader whilst understanding how this data is utilised to support drug discovery and inform clinical development.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Toxicology screening assays such as High Content Imaging (HCI) and mitochondrial toxicity assays for commercial as well as research and development activities.
• Perform work to an exceptionally high standard, within specified timelines, and within safety regulations.
• Assist in running and maintaining robotic systems to support high throughput processes.
• Assist in data analysis and interpretation by applying knowledge of biochemistry and cell biology in Toxicology processing.
• Prepare compounds, stock solutions and buffers.
• Routine calibration of laboratory equipment.
• Keeping up to date with relevant scientific advances and regulatory guidelines in the field of in vitro toxicology.

Education, Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of BSc in a life science subject preferably with experience of working within a laboratory environment (such as a placement year or extended research project).
• Highly self-motivated and personable.
• Able to communicate effectively within a team environment.
• Able to organise daily tasks, frequently work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Possess meticulous attention to detail, performing work to an exceptionally high standard, and within the company and statutory safety regulations.
• Able to use initiative to solve problems and troubleshoot with the assistance of other members of the team.
• Keeping up to date with scientific literature advances, developments, and regulatory guidelines in toxicology.
• Computer literate with previous experience using Microsoft Office and LIMS.

Additional Benefits

• Pension on completion (but not subject to) of your 3-month probationary period.
• Contributions 5% for employees (salary sacrifice) and 5% for the employer.
• The employee can opt to increase their contribution and the employer will match the increase up to a maximum of 7.5%.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and additional length of service days awarded on the anniversary, up to a maximum of 30 days
• Private health insurance with BUPA for the employee and their partner/family under the company scheme
• Wellbeing support 24/7 and counselling services
• Permanent health insurance provides 75% of the base salary after the qualifying period
• Private dental cover, on completion (but not subject to) of your 3-month probationary period Eligibility to participate in the Company Bonus Scheme. This is a discretionary benefit.
• Career progression within the company, we have excellent training and support and continuing professional development opportunities
• Cycle-to-work scheme Refer a friend scheme, team and annual events, recognition awards and many more!
• Onsite Facilities Company pays for secure onsite parking Restaurant, café and a gastro pub Gym and workout studio, running, walking, and cycling routes Good public transport links with the shuttle bus service

FR : Dans le cadre de sa politique Diversité, Evotec étudie, à compétences égales, toutes les candidatures dont celles des personnes en situation de handicap.

ENG : In the frame of our Diversity policy, Evotec considers, with equal competences, all applications including people with disabilities.

Established in 1999, Cyprotex has over 150 staff based at its sites in the UK (Alderley Park in Cheshire) and in the USA (Watertown, MA).

We operate as a contract research organisation and we have over 1700 customers worldwide within industries such as the pharmaceutical, cosmetics and personal care and the chemical and agrichemical markets.

Outstanding customer service excellence and quality are key focuses of the business.

In addition to our customer projects, we invest heavily in Research and Development of new techniques - many of these projects are exploring new in vitro or in silico methods to understand how chemicals or new pharmaceuticals may behave in humans in terms of their safety or efficacious effects.

Cyprotex is a growing and successful business and we are constantly recruiting for motivated and hardworking staff who thrive within a dynamic and vibrant organisation.

We are committed to providing an environment where employees can learn and develop their skills and are recognised and rewarded for the contribution they make to the Company.

Much of our work is performed in multi-disciplinary project teams that enables exchange of ideas and knowledge, enabling people to develop and take on additional responsibility either within the team or across teams in the business.