Biotech Research Scientist — Advanced Detection Tech

Smiths Detection

Hemel Hempstead

On-site

GBP 45,000 - 65,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Job summary

Smiths Detection in Hemel Hempstead is seeking a Biotechnology Research Scientist to join our R&D team. You will design, execute and analyse experiments to advance biological detection technologies, collaborating across multidisciplinary teams to push product development forward.

The role requires a PhD in a related field and hands-on experience with expression systems, cloning and protein engineering. You will contribute to future technologies while ensuring high-quality data and documentation.

Qualifications

PhD in Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Chemical Biology, Bioengineering or a related scientific discipline.
Experience in mammalian and bacterial expression vector design.
Strong background in molecular cloning and recombinant protein expression and purification.
Experience with directed evolution and structure-guided protein engineering.
Hands-on expertise in mammalian cell culture and stable cell line generation.
Experience using reporter assay systems, including fluorescent and/or luminescent assays.
Familiarity with protein lyophilisation processes.
Demonstrated experience in experimental design, data analysis and scientific problem solving.
Eligible to obtain UK SC level clearance.

Responsibilities

Conduct original research in biotechnology to develop innovative technologies for future products.
Design, plan and execute experiments to evaluate new concepts, technologies and performance improvements.
Lead or support work involving genetic engineering, molecular cloning, recombinant protein expression and purification.
Develop and optimise biological reagents, processes and protocols.
Analyse complex experimental data and present clear, evidence-based conclusions.
Contribute to the development and validation of biological detection technologies.
Maintain accurate laboratory records, technical documentation and project reports.
Identify knowledge gaps and propose new areas of scientific investigation.
Collaborate closely with scientists, engineers, product managers and programme teams across the business.
Provide technical expertise during proposal development, product design, testing and production activities.
Support biotechnology laboratory management and help ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
Stay at the forefront of scientific developments and bring innovative ideas into the organisation.