CK Group: Senior Scientist, Bacteriologist

Biotech 365; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the life sciences biotechnology sector is seeking an experienced Bacteriologist to contribute to the development and validation of microbiology assays. This role involves providing scientific expertise, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring compliance with Good Clinical Practice standards. The ideal candidate will hold a PhD in a relevant scientific field and possess hands-on experience in assay development and data analysis. Join a dynamic team focused on delivering innovative R&D projects that push the boundaries of scientific discovery in a regulated environment.

Qualifications

• PhD in relevanten wissenschaftlichen Fächern und Erfahrung in der Mikrobiologie.
• Verständnis von Bakterienwachstum und molekularer Assay-Entwicklung.

Responsibilities

• Entwicklung und Validierung von Mikrobiologie-Assays im Labor.
• Mentoring und Schulung von Junior-Mitarbeitern.

Skills

Mikrobiologie

Assay-Entwicklung

Datenanalyse

Wissenschaftliche Mentorschaft

Education

PhD in relevanten wissenschaftlichen Fächern

Job description

CK Group are working in partnership with a leading UK life sciences biotechnology company, to recruit for an experienced Bacteriologist, with assay development expertise, to join them at their site based in London, on a permanent basis.

The Company:
An industry-leading clinical development services business, based in London.

The Role:

• Primarily laboratory based, you will provide scientific expertise in the development and validation of microbiology assays.
• To assist in the scientific mentorship and scientific staff development as well as conducting study plans, report reviews and data analysis.
• Support and take ownership of delivery of clients R&D projects.
• Ensure all work maintains compliance with Good Clinical Practice and Good Clinical Practice for Laboratories (GCP and GCLP).

Other Responsibilities Include:

• Preparing and reviewing study protocols.
• Providing training and mentoring of junior staff.
• Attending conferences and client meetings.

Your Background:

• PhD qualified in relevant scientific subject plus relevant post-doc research microbiology experience (ESSENTIAL).
• Expertise and understanding in bacteria growth, the biology of pathogens and have molecular experience in assay development (ESSENTIAL).
• Experienced in applying theoretical and working knowledge of microbiology.
• Good understanding of working in a regulated environment (GCP, GCLP).
• Ability to work independently, managing time efficiently and analysing data sets.

Apply:

It is essential that applicants hold entitlement to work in the UK. Please quote job reference 129 808 in all correspondence.