Lead Scientist - Drug Discovery & Advanced Imaging

Taylorollinson; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 58,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading collaborative drug discovery company is seeking a Lead Scientist to join their Cellular Sciences Team in Macclesfield. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in drug discovery, hold a PhD or Master’s in a biological discipline, and possess strong leadership skills. Responsibilities include managing a team of scientists and driving complex drug discovery projects. The package includes a competitive salary of approximately £58,000 - £65,000 along with benefits, and requires the right to work in the UK without visa sponsorship.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Qualifications

• Must have a PhD or Master’s in a biological discipline.
• Proven track record of managing drug discovery projects.
• Extensive experience with various microscopy techniques.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of scientists for drug discovery projects.
• Lead and direct drug discovery and disease research.
• Create and edit cell lines using molecular biology techniques.

Skills

Drug discovery experience

Leadership experience

Confocal microscopy

Live cell imaging

Cell line engineering

Communication skills

Education

PhD or Master’s in a biological discipline

Tools

CRISPR

High content imaging

Job description

A leading collaborative drug discovery company is seeking a Lead Scientist to join their Cellular Sciences Team in Macclesfield. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in drug discovery, hold a PhD or Master’s in a biological discipline, and possess strong leadership skills. Responsibilities include managing a team of scientists and driving complex drug discovery projects. The package includes a competitive salary of approximately £58,000 - £65,000 along with benefits, and requires the right to work in the UK without visa sponsorship.