Molecular Biologist - Scientist

Cranleigh STEM & Sustainability Recruitment; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-related bonus

Death-in-service cover

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Cranleigh STEM & Sustainability Recruitment is partnering with an innovative biotechnology company to recruit a hands-on Scientist to support discovery-stage programmes in Sittingbourne, UK.

You will design, execute and troubleshoot cloning workflows, generate DNA libraries and antibody variant panels, and collaborate across molecular biology, protein science and discovery biology while maintaining accurate lab records and data integrity.

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent industry experience at Scientist level.
• Strong hands-on cloning, PCR and plasmid work.
• Experience with antibody technologies is advantageous.
• Ability to plan experiments and troubleshoot independently.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement and troubleshoot cloning workflows.
• Support DNA libraries and antibody variant panels.
• Contribute to antibody optimisation and data interpretation.
• Support early developability testing in yeast.
• Collaborate across discovery biology, protein science and CMC.
• Maintain meticulous lab records and data integrity.

Skills

Cloning

PCR

Bacterial transformation

Plasmid preparation

Sequence analysis

Antibody technologies

Yeast expression

Education

PhD in Molecular Biology/Biochemistry/Immunology or related field

Job description

Circa £50,000 base salary, subject to experience, plus bonus and benefits

Looking to apply your molecular biology expertise to the discovery of novel antibody-based therapeutics?

Cranleigh STEM is partnering with an innovative biotechnology company to recruit a hands-on Scientist to support its discovery-stage research programmes.

Joining a collaborative, multidisciplinary team, you’ll help generate, characterise and progress novel therapeutic molecules, working closely with colleagues across molecular biology, protein science and discovery biology.

The role

• Design, execute and troubleshoot cloning workflows, including construct design, PCR-based assembly, bacterial transformation and plasmid preparation.
• Support the generation of DNA libraries and antibody variant panels.
• Contribute to antibody optimisation, tracking design changes and interpreting experimental results.
• Support early developability testing in yeast.
• Collaborate across discovery biology, protein science and CMC to deliver project requirements.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records, sample traceability and data integrity, while helping improve protocols and experimental workflows.

About you

You’ll hold a PhD in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology, Biotechnology or a related discipline, or bring equivalent industry experience at Scientist level.

You’ll also offer:

• Strong practical experience in cloning, PCR, bacterial transformation, plasmid preparation and sequence analysis.
• The ability to plan experiments independently, troubleshoot technical challenges and adapt methods based on results.
• Excellent organisation, attention to detail and clear communication skills.
• A collaborative approach and the flexibility to work within a small team as research priorities evolve.
• Experience with antibodies, display technologies, high-throughput plate-based automation or yeast-based protein production would be advantageous.

The package

• Circa £50,000 base salary, subject to experience.
• Performance-related bonus.
• Death-in-service cover of four times salary.
• Flexible working arrangements within a laboratory-based role.