R&D Biotech Technologist — Molecular Biology & Cell Culture

Carbon 60; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biopharmaceutical CDMO is seeking an R&D Technologist for a lab-based role in Cambridge. The position involves generating plasmids, culturing mammalian cells, and performing molecular biology techniques. Applicants should have a BSc or MSc in a relevant field and an understanding of molecular biology. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for those passionate about R&D in the biopharmaceutical industry. The role offers a competitive pay rate and a 12-month contract.

Qualifications

• BSc or MSc in Biological/Biomedical Sciences, Biotechnology, Biochemistry or related field required.
• Basic understanding of molecular biology techniques preferred.
• Entry level position focusing on molecular biology and mammalian cell culture.

Responsibilities

• Generate new plasmids for the expression of complex biological molecules.
• Process and assess DNA sequencing.
• Culture mammalian cell lines and perform analytical procedures.
• Prepare media and feeds from basal components.
• Write high-quality project reports and present findings.
• Maintain electronic laboratory notebooks and laboratory space.

Skills

Molecular biology techniques

Mammalian cell culture

DNA sequencing

Report writing

Education

BSc or MSc in Biological/Biomedical Sciences

Job description

A leading biopharmaceutical CDMO is seeking an R&D Technologist for a lab-based role in Cambridge. The position involves generating plasmids, culturing mammalian cells, and performing molecular biology techniques. Applicants should have a BSc or MSc in a relevant field and an understanding of molecular biology. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for those passionate about R&D in the biopharmaceutical industry. The role offers a competitive pay rate and a 12-month contract.