Immunoassay Scientist

Nexus Life Sciences; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cutting-edge technology

Professional growth

Collaborative culture

Competitive salary

Job summary

Nexus Life Sciences in Cambridge is seeking a Method Development Scientist to develop and transfer ligand-binding immunoassays for GLP/GCP bioanalytical studies. You will collaborate with Study Directors and stakeholders to design experiments, troubleshoot challenges, and ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines.

The role emphasizes rigorous data interpretation, accurate documentation, and effective communication with clients to address project updates and queries.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific field.
• 1+ year of industry experience in ligand binding assay development.
• Strong scientific problem-solving and data interpretation skills.
• Proven ability to explain complex concepts to clients.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with high attention to detail.
• Effective task prioritisation and multi-responsibility management.
• Proactive, independent, and reliable work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute method development and transfer experiments.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to meet milestones.
• Troubleshoot assay development challenges.
• Prepare and review relevant documentation.
• Participate in team meetings to discuss progress and resolve obstacles.
• Stay updated on and ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines.

Skills

Ligand binding assays

Analytical data interpretation

Regulatory awareness

Client communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific field

Job description

Method Development Scientist - Immunoassay

A leading bioanalytical lab is seeking an immunoassay scientist with expertise in running and developing ligand-binding assays to support client GLP / GCP Bioanalytical studies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and transfer ligand binding assays with support from trained staff.
• Communicate project updates and address client queries.
• Collaborate with Study Directors and operational teams to meet project timelines.
• Ensure seamless transition of methods into validation with internal teams.
• Troubleshoot and resolve assay-related technical challenges.
• Draft and review Analytical Laboratory Methods (ALMs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements during assay development.

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant scientific field.
• 1+ year of industry experience in ligand binding assay development.
• Strong scientific problem-solving and data interpretation skills.
• Proven ability to explain complex concepts to clients.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with high attention to detail.
• Effective task prioritisation and multi-responsibility management.
• Proactive, independent, and reliable work ethic.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Design and execute method development and transfer experiments.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to meet milestones.
• Troubleshoot assay development challenges.
• Prepare and review relevant documentation.
• Participate in team meetings to discuss progress and resolve obstacles.
• Stay updated on and ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines.

Benefits

• Work with cutting-edge bioanalytical technology.
• Opportunities for professional growth and training.
• Collaborative and inclusive workplace culture.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.