R&D Technologist

Quanta part of QCS Staffing; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading partner to pharmaceutical and biotech markets is seeking an R&D Technologist for a 12-month contract in Cambridge. This role involves laboratory work focusing on molecular biology and mammalian cell culture, offering an excellent opportunity to contribute to innovative projects in a health-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Education: BSc or MSc in relevant scientific fields.
• Basic knowledge of molecular biology required.
• Practical experience in molecular biology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Generate new plasmids for expressing complex biological molecules.
• Perform DNA sequencing and culture mammalian cell lines.
• Write reports and maintain electronic lab notebooks.

Skills

Molecular biology techniques

Mammalian cell culture

DNA sequencing

Education

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

Job description

R&D Technologist - Cambridge, UK - 12-Month Contract

Our client, a leading partner to pharmaceutical, biotech, and nutrition markets, has an exciting opening for an R&D Technologist for their new Capex investment project. As a scientific and technology innovator, this is a superb opportunity to join a team committed to making strides towards a healthier world for all.

Responsibilities:

1. Focus on laboratory work, primarily generating new plasmids for expressing complex biological molecules.
2. Perform DNA sequencing processing and assessment.
3. Culture mammalian cell lines in flasks and small-scale bioreactors; perform analytical procedures such as high-throughput protein quantification, and prepare media and feeds from basal components.
4. Write high-quality reports and present findings to the R&D team.
5. Maintain electronic laboratory notebooks to a high standard and contribute to routine maintenance of laboratory space and equipment.
6. Be confident with computers and willing to learn automation techniques.
7. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Education - Required: BSc or MSc in Biological/Biomedical Sciences, Biotechnology, or Biochemistry.
• Work Experience:
• Entry Level: Focus on molecular biology and mammalian cell culture.
• Basic working knowledge of core molecular biology techniques is required.
• Practical experience in molecular biology and mammalian cell culture techniques is preferable.

If this role interests you, please apply now!