Associate Scientist, Protein Science (Process Development)

biomodal; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits in a cutting-edge life sciences company focused on multiomics. As an Associate Scientist in the Protein Science team, you will play a pivotal role in optimizing protein expression and purification methodologies. This position offers the chance to work with innovative technologies and contribute to the development of high-quality proteins that are essential for advancing personalized medicine. Join a dynamic team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of science and making a significant impact in the field of health and disease. If you're passionate about molecular biology and eager to grow in a fast-paced environment, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Annual Bonus Scheme

10% Pension

25 Days Annual Leave

Private Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

Qualifications

• Experience with high-throughput protein purification methods.
• Strong background in molecular biology and biochemistry.

Responsibilities

• Optimize methodologies for protein expression and purification.
• Ensure high-quality protein production at sustainable yields.

Skills

Protein Purification Techniques

Molecular Biology Techniques

Cell Culture

PCR

DNA Extraction

Education

BSc in Molecular Biology

MSc in Biochemistry

Tools

AKTA Platform

SDS-PAGE

HPLC

DLS

DSF

Job description

About Biomodal

Join the multiomic revolution! Over the last 20 years, genomic technologies have enabled significant discoveries that bring the promise of personalised medicine closer than ever before. But after two decades of research, it's clear that genetic variation only tells part of the story – biology is dynamic and more complex than A, C, T, G. Already, the added information from a multiomic view of biology is yielding important insights into cancer, ageing, and neurological disease, and is poised to revolutionise how we understand health and disease beyond canonical variation in DNA.

Biomodal is an omics-based life sciences technology and analytics company, delivering products that bring the dynamism of our ever-changing biology into focus. Our team is dedicated to developing the most advanced solutions to interrogate and understand the complex interplay of genomics and epigenomics.

We have launched our first products, the duet +modC and duet evoC solutions, with more in the pipeline, and are looking to grow and evolve our business accordingly. This is an incredible opportunity to step into an exciting, early-stage company at the cutting edge of science with exceptional growth and market impact potential.

Multiomics is the future – come and join the biomodal team!

The Team

The Protein Science team at biomodal focuses on developing, characterizing, and engineering key enzymes for our assay platform. Collaborating across the company, they ensure these enzymes are robust, specific, and scalable. Using established and innovative analytical methods, the team examines protein quality and function to deepen understanding and improve performance.

The Role

Within the Protein Sciences team, the Associate Scientist focuses on expression and purification of biomodal's core proteins, which underpin the duet platform. Utilizing molecular biology and cell culture techniques, the postholder will optimize methodologies for improved yield, purity, and functionality. Activities will also include optimization of methodologies and verification and certification of outputs. The core objective is to ensure biomodal produces high-quality proteins at sustainable yields, with a focus on continuous improvement.

This role emphasizes core production and purification activities, requiring a strong track record in high-throughput purification methods, ideally using the AKTA platform.

The Person

The ideal candidate will have:

• BSc/MSc or equivalent in molecular biology, biology, biochemistry, or related field
• Experience with high-throughput protein purification techniques (e.g., AKTA and plate-based systems)
• Confidence in basic laboratory methods such as cell culture, PCR, and DNA extraction
• Experience with protein expression systems (bacterial, yeast, or mammalian)
• Experience in protein purification
• A methodical approach to work, capable of following protocols and generating reproducible, high-quality data in a fast-paced environment

Desirable skills include:

• Industrial experience
• Biophysical protein characterization (e.g., SDS-PAGE, HPLC, DLS, DSF)
• Experience with quality management systems, including ISO 9001 and ISO 13485:2016

All applicants must be residents with the current right to work in the United Kingdom, valid for at least 12 months. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Benefits

• Annual bonus scheme
• 10% pension
• 25 days annual leave
• Private medical and life insurance