Living Systems Engineer — Biofoundry Scientist

National Physical Laboratory; Greater London; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is seeking Scientists in Living Systems Engineering to support the UK Reference Biofoundry. You will join a multidisciplinary team developing reference materials, methods and datasets to improve reproducibility and traceability in Engineering Biology.

Applicants should have a science-related degree with solid research experience, and be able to work independently as well as in a team.

Qualifications

• Solid knowledge in synthetic biology, bioprocessing or cell-free systems.
• Practical skills: molecular cloning, assembly or synthetic cells.
• Customer-focused attitude and good team ethos.
• Work following SOPs and health and safety regulations.
• Desirable: experience in biophysics, mass-spectrometry, microscopy or systems biology.

Responsibilities

• Experiment with living measurement systems and maintain biofoundry operations.
• Collaborate on EngBio processes and applications.
• Generate data and prepare technical reports for publications and contracts.
• Contribute to delivery of R&D projects in the UK and internationally.

Skills

Synthetic biology

Bioprocessing

Cell-free systems

Molecular cloning

Team collaboration

SOP compliance

Health & safety

Education

Science-related degree

Degree in Chemistry or Biochemistry

Tools

Automation in synthesis

Laboratory automation

Job description

The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is seeking Scientists in Living Systems Engineering to support the UK Reference Biofoundry. You will join a multidisciplinary team developing reference materials, methods and datasets to improve reproducibility and traceability in Engineering Biology.

Applicants should have a science-related degree with solid research experience, and be able to work independently as well as in a team.