Molecular Biology Scientist I

ZipRecruiter; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading neuroscience research company in Cambridge is looking for a Molecular Biology Scientist I. This laboratory role involves conducting various molecular biology assays, providing organisational support, and developing novel methodologies. Candidates should have an honours degree and a strong background in molecular biology techniques. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including a 4.5-day workweek and private medical insurance.

Benefits

4.5-day workweek

Employee Share Option Scheme

Non-contributory Life Assurance

Non-contributory BUPA Private Medical Insurance

Access to a cycle-purchase scheme

Qualifications

• Degree in biological/physical sciences and a Masters or PhD (or equivalent experience).
• Experience in neuroscience, neurodegeneration or inflammation research desirable.

Responsibilities

• Undertake sample processing from cell cultures, ELISAs, immunoblotting, and qPCR.
• Assist with laboratory operations including planning consumables and maintaining a safe environment.
• Evaluate and optimise novel molecular assays as needed.

Skills

Hands-on molecular biology experience

Good documentation skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

Honours degree in biological or physical sciences

Masters or PhD in a relevant field

Job description

Job Description

Talisman Therapeutics Ltd is a neuroscience drug discovery research company based in Cambridge, UK. Building upon the world class knowledge and skills of its team, Talisman develops and employs proprietary human stem cell models of neurodegenerative and neurological disease to advance the development of novel therapeutics through our research projects. This is an exciting time to join the company as we develop and expand our research portfolio.

We are currently recruiting for a Molecular Biology Scientist I to join our team, working within the molecular biology assay group. This is a lab-based role, working with assays to examine the cell and molecular biology of neurodegeneration and neuroinflammation. The ideal candidate will demonstrate enthusiasm and commitment to laboratory research, combined with excellent organisational skills. Day-to-day tasks include the planning and delivery of a variety of molecular biology assays, as well as working closely with the wider research team to support project delivery.We are looking for a collaborative team member who wants to make a difference as part of an experienced team. This role will require occasional weekend work based on a rota system.

Key areas of responsibility:

·Delivery of molecular biology research assays: Undertaking sample processing from cell cultures, ELISAs, immunoblotting, qPCR and other molecular biology assays as needed for projects; analysis of primary assay data; preparing assay reports; workflow scheduling; communication of progress; delivering in timely manner as agreed with the project lead.

·Laboratory organisational support: assisting with laboratory operations including planning consumables requirements, preparing stocks and maintaining a safe working environment; liaising with purchasing team.

·Assay and automation development: Evaluation, implementation and optimisation of novel molecular assays as needed for research projects and exploration of automation of assays where appropriate, in discussion with project leads and senior scientific leadership.

Skills and qualifications:

An honours degree in the biological or physical sciences and a Masters or PhD in a relevant field (or equivalent experience) is essential. A background in neuroscience, neurodegeneration or inflammation research is desirable.

Essential skills include:

·Hands-on molecular biology experience, with demonstrated familiarity with a variety of techniques: e.g., protein, DNA and RNA preparation from cell culture samples and analytical methods;

·Good documentation, communication and organisational skills.

Employee benefits:

The role will be based at the Babraham Research Campus, Cambridge. We offer excellent compensation and benefits that reflect the strong company commitment to employee wellbeing. Our benefits include a 4.5-day week for all staff to enable work-life-balance, an Employee Share Option Scheme, a non-contributory Life Assurance scheme, non-contributory BUPA Private Medical Insurance and access to a cycle-purchase scheme.Salary will be in the region of £33,000-£40,000 depending on experience. Should you wish to be considered for this position, please send a CV via LinkedIn by Wednesday 11th June 2025 at 12:00 noon.