Molecular Biologist - Biocatalysis & Enzyme Engineering

OASIS Group; Craigavon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Relocation assistance

Pension scheme

Wellness program

Employee discounts

Team events

Lunch & learns

Professional coaching

Death in service

Job summary

Almac Group in Craigavon is seeking a Molecular Biologist (Biocatalysis) to join the Biocatalysis team. The role focuses on developing yeast and bacterial expression systems for recombinant enzymes and supporting protein engineering for biocatalytic projects.

You will clone, express and analyse proteins, optimise strains, and contribute to screening, assay development and documentation. A PhD or equivalent industrial experience is required, with strong molecular biology skills.

Qualifications

• PhD in molecular biology, protein expression and manipulation, or closely related discipline.
• Alternative: significant industrial molecular biology experience with protein expression.
• Experience cloning, expression and mutagenesis of proteins.
• Practical lab techniques: PCR, cloning, DNA extraction, gel electrophoresis.
• Protein expression and analysis experience.
• Ability to plan research and communicate results clearly.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Cloning, expressing and analysing recombinant proteins
• Isolating, purifying and manipulating DNA for recombinant strain development
• Engineering peptides and enzymes using molecular biology and chemical technologies
• Supporting strain improvement programmes through effective screening and selection methods
• Characterising isolated strains to assess improvements
• Conducting biochemical, biophysical and chemical analysis of proteins and peptides
• Supporting biocatalytic screening activities for research programmes and business requirements
• Developing and implementing assays to support the genetic engineering of biocatalysts
• Preparing scientific reports, presentations, specifications and standard operating procedures
• Maintaining accurate laboratory records and ensuring equipment remains appropriately calibrated
• Keeping up to date with relevant scientific literature, laboratory techniques and emerging technologies
• Completing laboratory activities in accordance with agreed methods, quality requirements and health and safety procedures

Skills

Process Development

Biocatalysis

Custom and Flow Chemistry

Synthetic and organic chemistry

Technical leadership

Education

PhD in molecular biology or related discipline

Job description

Almac Group in Craigavon is seeking a Molecular Biologist (Biocatalysis) to join the Biocatalysis team. The role focuses on developing yeast and bacterial expression systems for recombinant enzymes and supporting protein engineering for biocatalytic projects.

You will clone, express and analyse proteins, optimise strains, and contribute to screening, assay development and documentation. A PhD or equivalent industrial experience is required, with strong molecular biology skills.