Protein Scientist- Discovery Park, Kent

MilaK; Stone Cross; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading biotechnology start-up as a Protein Scientist, focusing on producing alternative milk proteins. Collaborate with a dynamic team to support innovative bioprocessing techniques in a state-of-the-art lab. Ideal for candidates with a background in synthetic biology and protein production.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years’ experience in precision fermentation or synthetic biology.
• Experience with microbial culturing and protein purification.

Responsibilities

• Support upstream and downstream processes in protein production.
• Work in a dynamic, innovation-driven lab environment.

Skills

Microbial culturing

Media preparation

Aseptic techniques

Creating genetically engineered strains

Protein purification

Analytical assays

Education

BSc in Biotechnology

PhD in Synthetic Biology

Tools

Pichia Pastoris

Saccharomyces cerevisiae

Bench-scale bioreactor systems

Job description

Job Description: Protein Scientist at MilaK

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Position Overview

As a Protein Scientist, you will be a key member of our technical bioprocessing team, focusing on producing alternative milk proteins. Your responsibilities will include supporting upstream processes (cloning, strain selection, fermentation) and downstream processes (protein extraction and purification) in a dynamic, innovation-driven lab environment.

About MilaK

MilaK is a purpose-led start-up leveraging biotechnology to enhance nutrition. We seek a Protein Scientist with expertise in synthetic biology and recombinant protein production, eager to join a team dedicated to nutritional innovation.

Location

Discovery Park, Kent — a leading science and technology hub fostering innovation and collaboration, with easy access to London and Europe.

Candidate Requirements

• BSc in Biotechnology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, or Biochemistry
• PhD in Synthetic Biology, Molecular Biology, or Biotechnology (advantageous)
• 1-3 years’ experience in precision fermentation, synthetic biology, or bioproduction
• Experience with microbial culturing, media preparation, aseptic techniques
• Skills in creating genetically engineered strains (PCR, Cloning, Transformations)
• Experience with Pichia Pastoris & Saccharomyces cerevisiae
• Familiarity with bench-scale bioreactor systems and fermentation monitoring
• Protein purification skills (centrifugation, filtration, chromatography)
• Proficiency in analytical assays (SDS-PAGE, Western blots, Bradford/BCA, ELISA)

Application Process

Send your CV and a brief cover letter to [e-mail] before 23rd May 2025. Note: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK; visa sponsorship is not available.

Additional Information

• Seniority Level: Entry level
• Employment Type: Contract (12 months)
• Job Function: Research, Analysis, IT