R&D Scientist

TieTalent; Slough; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in pharmaceuticals is seeking an R&D Scientist to join their team in Slough for an 18-month contract. This exciting role involves the development and optimization of mammalian cell culture technologies, where you'll design and analyze experiments to enhance bioprocesses for biologics production. You'll work closely with a dedicated R&D team, operating lab-scale bioreactors and engaging in complex process development. If you have a strong background in life sciences and a passion for innovation, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge projects in a dynamic lab environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirement: BSc in relevant field; MSc preferred.
• Basic understanding of mammalian cell culture is essential.

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain lab-scale bioreactors for cell culture.
• Engage in mammalian cell culture workflows and monitor bioprocess parameters.
• Support safety assessments and ensure lab procedures are followed.

Skills

Mammalian cell culture

CHO cell culture

Bioreactor operation

Education

BSc or BEng in Life sciences/ biotechnology/ Bioprocess/biochemistry/chemical engineering

MSc or MEng in Life sciences/ biotechnology/ Bioprocess/biochemistry/chemical engineering

Job description

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Job Title: R&D Scientist

Job Type: 18 Months

Hours of work: Mon - Fri - 37.5 hours per week

Industry: Pharmaceuticals

Location: Slough

Salary: £15.80 per hour - PAYE

SRG are working with a leading pharmaceutical company to find an R&D Scientist located in Slough on an 18 month contract.

Job Details

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Supervisory Organization: Research & Development

Reports to: Mauran Mahendra (Lead Scientist)

Job Profile: Contingent worker

Job Description Summary

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• To maintain our clients Pharma & Biotech as a leading contract manufacturer through the development and optimization of new mammalian cell culture technologies. This lab-based role involves designing, executing, and analyzing experiments to optimize and scale-up bioprocesses for biologics production.

Job Description (Key Accountabilities)

• Set up, operate, and maintain lab-scale bioreactors for mammalian cell culture. Monitor bioprocess parameters and ensure optimal conditions for cell growth and productivity.
• Working closely with the upstream R&D team; plan and execute several complex (non-routine) lab-scale fed-batch and perfusion bioreactor process development and optimization.
• Engage in routine mammalian cell culture workflows involving media preparation, revival and subculture as required for an experiment.
• Generate experimental results and review respective scientific documentation.
• Help ensure lab procedures are adhered to and support safety assessments.
• Perform other lab duties as assigned.
• General housekeeping activities or upkeep and smooth laboratory operation.

Primary Location

Slough

Key Stakeholders

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• Bioreactor team
• R&D Team lead
• R&D Senior Manager

Supervision Received

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☒ Close Supervision

The incumbent is assigned duties according to specified procedures and receives detailed instructions. Work is checked frequently.

Qualifications

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Education

Degree (required): BSc, BEng

Field of Study: Life sciences/ biotechnology/ Bioprocess/biochemistry/chemical engineering

Degree (preferred): MSc/ MEng

Field of Study: Life sciences/ biotechnology/ Bioprocess/biochemistry/chemical engineering

Skills

What analytical capabilities or niche skillset does this role require?

• A basic understanding of mammalian cell culture and mammalian upstream process development.
• CHO cell culture (revival, subculture, medium preparation)
• Bioreactor operation

Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Slough, England

Languages: English