Development Scientist: Protein Assay & Analysis

Bond Williams; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Bond Williams is seeking a Development Scientist with a PhD in Biochemistry to drive assay development and protein workflow optimisation in a fast-growing proteomics setting.

You will design experiments, apply HPLC/FPLC and mass spectrometry to inform product development, troubleshoot assay performance, and collaborate across teams to integrate workflows and maintain rigorous documentation.

Qualifications

• An advanced degree (MRes / PhD) in biochemistry or a related discipline, plus some industry experience ideally.
• Experience with chromatographic techniques (e.g. HPLC/FPLC) for protein purification or characterisation.
• Hands-on laboratory experience developing or optimising biological or enzymatic assays or workflows.
• Strong experimental design skills, with the ability to generate clear, well-controlled data and draw sound conclusions.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute experiments to develop and optimise biological and enzymatic assays, with a focus on robustness, scalability, and transferability.
• Apply protein characterisation techniques – such as HPLC/FPLC, mass spectrometry, or related analytical methods – to inform and accelerate product development.
• Troubleshoot and systematically improve performance, yield, robustness, and reproducibility.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure smooth integration of workflows into the wider platform
• Maintain high standards of documentation in line with quality management systems

Skills

experimental design

protein biochemistry

lab development

data interpretation

Education

MRes / PhD in Biochemistry

Tools

HPLC/FPLC

Job description

Bond Williams is seeking a Development Scientist with a PhD in Biochemistry to drive assay development and protein workflow optimisation in a fast-growing proteomics setting.

You will design experiments, apply HPLC/FPLC and mass spectrometry to inform product development, troubleshoot assay performance, and collaborate across teams to integrate workflows and maintain rigorous documentation.