Biotech Research Scientist: Scale-Up & Process Innovation

Arthur Edward; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency seeks a talented Research Scientist to join its biotechnology team in South Yorkshire. The successful candidate will develop and optimize scalable microbial processes, applying advanced molecular biology techniques. They will also support the scale-up of processes for industrial implementation. The role requires a strong background in microbiology or chemical engineering, with hands-on experience in microbial cell culture and genetic manipulation. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to sustainable innovation.

Qualifications

• Strong academic background in microbiology, biotechnology or chemical engineering.
• Hands-on expertise in microbial cell culture and genetic manipulation.
• Skilled in molecular biology techniques, including cloning and DNA/RNA work.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimise scalable microbial cell culture processes from lab to pilot scale.
• Support process scale-up and downstream development for industrial implementation.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure successful tech transfer.

Skills

Microbial cell culture

Strain engineering

Molecular biology techniques

Communication skills

Education

Degree in microbiology, biotechnology or chemical engineering

Job description

A recruitment agency seeks a talented Research Scientist to join its biotechnology team in South Yorkshire. The successful candidate will develop and optimize scalable microbial processes, applying advanced molecular biology techniques. They will also support the scale-up of processes for industrial implementation. The role requires a strong background in microbiology or chemical engineering, with hands-on experience in microbial cell culture and genetic manipulation. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to sustainable innovation.