R&D Technologist

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

Job summary

A global CDMO is seeking an R&D Technologist in Cambridge for a 12-month contract. The role involves generating plasmids, culturing mammalian cells, and maintaining laboratory standards. Candidates should hold a BSc or MSc in relevant biological sciences and possess skills in molecular biology techniques. This entry-level position focuses on hands-on lab work and offers pay of £15.88 per hour. Join a dynamic team committed to innovation in the biopharmaceutical sector.

Qualifications

• Degree in Biological/Biomedical Sciences, Biotechnology or a related field.
• Basic knowledge of molecular biology techniques.
• Practical experience in cellular biology is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Generate new plasmids for complex biological expression.
• Culture mammalian cells and perform analytical procedures.
• Write high-quality reports and present findings to the team.
• Maintain laboratory notebooks and contribute to lab upkeep.
• Learn automation and perform assigned tasks.

Skills

Molecular biology techniques

Mammalian cell culture

Analytical methodologies

DNA sequencing

Report writing

Computer proficiency

Education

BSc or MSc in Biological/Biomedical Sciences, Biotechnology, Biochemistry

Job description

Job title: R&D Technologist

Location: Cambridge

Contract Length: 12 months

Working Hours: 37.5 hours/week

Pay Rate: £15.88

About the Role

Opportunity to work in the cutting edge of R&D in the biopharmaceutical industry at a globally leading CDMO. Role involves helping develop novel molecular and synthetic biology constructs, culturing mammalian cells in flasks and small-scale bioreactors, high throughput DNA assembly and analytical methodologies, whilst also ensuring the good maintenance of the laboratories.

Key Responsibilities

• 90-100% lab-based position focusing on the generation of new plasmids for the expression of complex biological molecules.
• DNA sequencing processing and assessment.
• Culture mammalian cell lines in flasks and small-scale bioreactors and perform analytical procedures such as high throughput protein quantification, and others, as required by the project. - Prepare media and feeds from basal components.
• Write high-quality reports about the project and present the findings to R&D team.
• Keep electronic laboratory notebooks to a high standard and contribute to the routine maintenance of the laboratory space and equipment.
• Confident with computers and willing to learn automation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education-Required

BSc or MSc in Biological/Biomedical Sciences, Biotechnology, Biochemistry or other Biology based course

Work Experience

• Entry Level: Biological/Biomedical Sciences, Biotechnology, Biochemistry key focus on molecular biology and mammalian cell culture.
• Basic working knowledge of core molecular biology techniques required
• Practical experience in molecular biology and mammalian cell culture techniques is preferable.

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