Production Scientist I

LGC; Kidlington; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading life sciences company in Kidlington is seeking a Production Scientist I to join their Production Team. The role involves engaging in virus and bacteria production, protein purification, and quality control testing. Comprehensive training will be provided to enhance lab expertise. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to innovative R&D projects in a stimulating environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in virus and bacteria production.
• Familiarity with protein purification and cloning.
• Ability to manage inventory and databases.

Responsibilities

• Engage in virus and bacteria production activities.
• Perform protein purification and quality control testing.
• Manage inventory and incoming shipments.

Job description

Overview

LGC Genomics and Diagnostics develops and manufactures a comprehensive portfolio of catalogue and custom-developed diagnostic quality solutions and component materials for the extended life sciences industry. We partner with IVD assay developers, and pharmaceutical, CRO and academic institutions in commercialization activities across the entire diagnostic pipeline. Laboratorians and diagnostic professionals across disciplines of clinical chemistry, immunochemistry, serology, molecular diagnostics, and clinical genomics rely on LGC’s products to support accurate and reliable diagnostic results. Our operating entities include Maine Standards Company, SeraCare Life Sciences, and Technopath Clinical Diagnostics, which are in vitro diagnostics (IVD) manufacturers of quality measurement tools (calibrators, controls, linearity, EQA/PT, biological materials), the Native Antigen Company, which is a manufacturer and supplier of viral antigens and LGC Proficiency Testing a global leader in PT schemes. We operate FDA-registered and ISO 13485-accredited facilities in Maine (USA), Massachusetts (USA), Maryland (USA), Tipperary (Ireland), ISO 9001-accredited facility in Oxford, UK, and Traverse City, Michigan US. Each day, our world-class staff, scientific expertise, operational efficiency, and superior quality systems are ready to support the range of advanced technologies that collectively improve patient outcomes - from the widely adopted and established through to cutting-edge NGS and precision diagnostics.

Job Description

Are you seeking a stimulating and fulfilling career in an innovative R&D and manufacturing facility? LGC Genomics and Diagnostics is the place to be!

We are currently seeking a Production Scientist I to join The Native Antigen Company Production Team at our Kidlington, Oxford location. This outstanding opportunity will allow you to be at the forefront of scientific innovation, contributing to groundbreaking research and development projects.

As a Production Scientist I, you will engage in diverse activities such as virus and bacteria production, protein purification, cloning, product aliquoting, and quality control testing. You will also manage inventory, databases, and incoming shipments. Comprehensive training is included to enhance your lab expertise.