Associate Scientist - Vector Process & Analytical Development

Adaptimmune; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biotech company is seeking an Associate Scientist to join their Vector Process & Analytical Development team in Abingdon. This role involves executing experimental work related to lentiviral vector manufacturing and analytical assays, requiring a keen interest in laboratory processes and the ability to develop independence in routine tasks. The ideal candidate should have an undergraduate degree in Life Sciences and a willingness to learn within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Life Sciences or related discipline.
• Ability to work independently within a reasonable time frame.
• Knowledge of mammalian cell culture, ELISA, qPCR, and similar techniques.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and document lab work to support group objectives.
• Participate in meetings and discussions.
• Maintain routine lab practices.

Skills

Cell-based assays

Mammalian cell culture

ELISA

qPCR

Flow cytometry

Education

Undergraduate degree in Life Sciences

Job description

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Associate Scientist - Vector Process & Analytical Development, Abingdon

Client: Adaptimmune

Location: Abingdon, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 948832717a63

Job Views: 5

Posted: 02.06.2025

Expiry Date: 17.07.2025

Job Description:

Primary Responsibility

The Vector Process & Analytical Development team is focused on the development of Adaptimmune’s Lentiviral Vector manufacturing process, and the development and qualification of the analytical assays used for Lentiviral Vector characterisation and release. The purpose of this role is to support these functions.

An Associate Scientist is required to join the team to contribute to the Vector PD&AD team function by performing following duties:

• Execution of experimental work as required to support vector team projects
• Accurate recording of experimental data
• Maintenance of cell cultures
• Maintenance of laboratory equipment

Whilst initially requiring supervision by an experienced team member, the job holder will develop further scientific skills to enable them to work independently on routine duties.

The Associate Scientist may also be involved in support activities to enable the smooth running of the group or laboratory (e.g., Lab Steward role).

Performance in this role will be monitored through group performance and stakeholder feedback from peers, senior management, and project team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Conducting & documenting lab work to progress the group and company objectives.
• Participating in group and project meetings and discussions
• Routine lab maintenance

Qualifications & Experience

Minimum Required

• Undergraduate degree in Life Sciences, or related discipline
• Ability to learn and develop to work independently within a reasonable time frame
• Theoretical or practical knowledge of some of the following: mammalian cell culture, cell-based assays, ELISA, nucleic acid extraction, qPCR, flow cytometry, upstream bioprocessing, downstream bioprocessing.

Desirable

• Practical experience of laboratory procedures
• Aseptic cell culture experience