Data Scientist

IBM; Quorn; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent drug discovery organization in Quorn is seeking an In Vivo Scientist for a full-time, onsite position. This role involves planning and executing in-vivo experiments, managing day-to-day laboratory activities, and ensuring compliance with protocols. The ideal candidate will have a BSc/MSc in a relevant field and experience in a pharmaceutical or biotech environment. Additional benefits include 25 days annual leave, private medical insurance, and a pension scheme.

Benefits

25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)

Private Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Enhanced Family Friendly Policies

Sygnature Group Pension Scheme

1 paid volunteer day per year

Qualifications

• BSc/MSc in a relevant discipline (Life Sciences, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Pharmacology).
• PIL A & B required; PIL C desirable.
• Experience within a pharmaceutical company, biotech, or CRO desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute in‑vivo experiments independently.
• Manage day‑to‑day laboratory activities.
• Use and perform relevant equipment and procedures safely.
• Identify and troubleshoot technical issues.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of scientific and technical developments.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication

Strong attention to detail

Organisational skills

Ability to work independently

Ability to work collaboratively

Education

BSc/MSc in Life Sciences, Biochemistry, Chemistry, or Pharmacology

Job description

Sygnature Discovery is a world‑leading integrated drug discovery contract research organisation based in the UK and Canada, with headquarters in Nottingham and facilities in Alderley Park, Macclesfield, Glasgow, Montreal and Quebec City. Since 2004, we have delivered over 56 novel pre‑clinical and 35 clinical compounds, with our scientists named on over 225 patents. Our therapeutic areas of expertise include oncology, inflammation and immunology, neuroscience, metabolic diseases, infectious diseases and more.

In Vivo Scientist – In Vivo Pharmacology

Full‑time, onsite position at our North West Leicestershire site. We are seeking an In Vivo Scientist to support internal and client‑based studies and projects, using specialised techniques and assays.

Role Responsibilities

• Plan and execute in‑vivo experiments independently in line with study objectives, timelines, protocols, and SOPs.
• Manage day‑to‑day laboratory activities, including scheduling work, ensuring availability of consumables, and maintaining a clean and compliant workspace.
• Use and perform relevant equipment and procedures safely and correctly, engaging with Superusers where required.
• Identify and troubleshoot technical issues, escalating appropriately when required.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of scientific and technical developments and actively broaden technical competencies through training.

Qualifications

• BSc/MSc in a relevant discipline (Life Sciences, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Pharmacology).
• PIL A & B required; PIL C desirable.
• Experience within a pharmaceutical company, biotech, or CRO desirable.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Knowledge and experience of practical techniques.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• Private Medical Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced Family Friendly Policies
• Sygnature Group Pension Scheme
• 1 paid volunteer day per year