Associate Scientist/Scientist NGS

Coding Bio; Oxford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A biotech startup in Oxford is seeking an Associate Scientist or Scientist to join their research team. This role involves performing Next-Generation sequencing experiments and collaborating with team members on immunotherapy projects. The ideal candidate has an MSc or PhD in a relevant discipline and wet-lab experience in molecular biology. The company values passion and potential, welcoming diverse applicants.

Qualifications

• MSc or PhD degree in a relevant discipline.
• Wet-lab experience in molecular biology.
• Strong interpersonal skills for team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Perform independent Next-Generation sequencing experiments.
• Collaborate closely with team members on research goals.
• Maintain meticulous records of experimental procedures.

Skills

Wet-lab experience in molecular biology

Strong interpersonal skills

Learning propensity in immunotherapeutic drug discovery

Education

MSc or PhD in cell biology, immunology, biochemistry, pharmacology

Tools

Next-Generation sequencing (Nanopore, Illumina)

PCR

Job description

About Coding Bio

Coding Bio is a startup focused on building modular therapies engineered for immune activation through the blending of computation, synthetic biology, and immunotherapy. We are a tight-knit, passionate team dedicated to advancing science and developing innovative therapies.

At Coding Bio, we use an ML-first approach to design new immunotherapies, combined with our high-throughput screening platform to discover new life changing therapies for patients.

Our mission is to radically accelerate the design of next-generation immunotherapies using machine learning and high-throughput biology. We’re building the tools to unlock life-changing treatments faster, with greater precision, and at scale.

Want to become part of the team?

We are looking for an Associate Scientist, or Scientist (dependent upon experience) to join our ResearchTeam. In this role you will be involved at the critical point of candidate screening and assay development. Identifying best-in-class immunotherapies. If you are a highly motivated individual, thrive in collaborative environments, and are keen to grow, we would love to hear from you.

This role offers hands-on involvement across our discovery pipeline, with close collaboration across our platform, development, and machine learning teams. You’ll thrive here if you’re experimental by nature, driven by data, and excited to grow with a startup shaping the future of immunotherapy.

The Role

• Independently perform Next-Generation sequencing experiments (Nanopore, Illumina)
• Collaborate closely with team members, contributing to our research goals and discovery of new therapeutic candidates.
• Work closely with other teams within the company
• Maintain meticulous records of experimental procedures and outcomes, ensuring transparent communication within the team.
• Follow established procedures, protocols to support the progress of ongoing projects.
• Work closely with teams across the company to contribute to broader company goals.
• Adapt to evolving responsibilities and goals to meet the changing needs of an early stage company.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

Required skills and qualifications for the advertised position.

• MSc or PhD degree in a relevant discipline (cell biology, immunology, biochemistry, pharmacology, etc).
• Wet-lab experience in molecular biology
• Strong interpersonal skills, showcasing the ability to collaborate effectively with team members.
• Strong learning propensity with an interest to expand knowledge of, and technical skills in the field of immunotherapeutic drug discovery.

Strong alignment with our company values:

• Move fast make it last
• Cells, not just organelles
• Furiously curious

Desirable Skills and Qualifications:

Nice to have skills and qualifications that may be advantageous but should not deter you from applying. Please apply as we want diverse candidates.

• Experience in next-generation sequencing.
• Experience designing primers, cloning strategies.
• Molecular biology experience (PCR, Golden Gate Assembly, etc.).
• Knowledge of antibody and T cell engager structure and function.

Not sure you meet all the requirements? Don’t let that hold you back. We’re looking for people with passion and potential, not just a perfect checklist match.