Research Assistant

JR United Kingdom; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading organization in Cambridge as a Research Assistant in the biology team. You will support contract research projects through experiments and analysis, ensuring high standards in a dynamic lab environment. Ideal candidates will have a BSc in a Biology-related field and relevant industry experience, particularly in cell cultures and ELISAs. This permanent role offers an opportunity to contribute to innovative biomimetic platforms.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role in industry.
• Expertise in mammalian cell cultures and ELISAs.

Responsibilities

• Performing biological assays and data analysis.
• Maintaining laboratory equipment and following HSE policies.

Skills

Team Player

Communication

Proactive Attitude

Multitasking

Education

BSc in Biology-related Discipline

Tools

ELISA

qPCR

Microscopy

Job description

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SRG is pleased to be partnering with an organisation involved in the development of human biomimetic platforms. As a Research Assistant in the biology team, your role will be to support contract research projects by completing experiments and analysis to a high standard.

Primary Responsibilities:

1. Cell line and primary cell culture - expanding cells and ensuring sufficient cell stocks are available
2. Performing biological assays (e.g., ELISAs, fluorescent microscopy, DNA/RNA extractions, qPCR)
3. Completing data analysis to produce reliable and precise reports for clients/customers, working to meet deadlines
4. Maintaining and operating standard laboratory equipment and following the company's HSE policies and procedures to ensure health and safety

Ideal Candidate:

• BSc (or equivalent) in a Biology-related discipline with experience in a similar role in industry
• Expertise in mammalian cell cultures and ELISAs
• Experience in primary cell culture, qPCR/RT-PCR, and microscopy (desirable)
• A team player with a proactive attitude, able to support the team and work autonomously
• A multitasker capable of working in a dynamic environment
• Preferable experience with advanced cell cultures (e.g., spheroids, organoids, primary cells)
• Experience in a related laboratory role
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Does this sound like your next move?

Are you looking for a permanent Laboratory Role in Cambridge?

Apply now by attaching your CV in Word format or contact Paige Keenan for further information about this role: [emailprotected]