Research Assistant

SRG; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative organization in Cambridge is seeking a dedicated Research Assistant to join their biology team. This permanent role involves supporting contract research projects through high-quality experiments and analyses, including cell culture and biological assays. The ideal candidate will possess a BSc in a biology-related field, with hands-on experience in mammalian cell cultures and ELISAs. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research in a dynamic environment, where your skills will directly impact the development of human biomimetic platforms. If you're a proactive multitasker ready to take the next step in your career, we want to hear from you!

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role in industry is essential.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Support contract research projects by completing experiments.
• Perform biological assays and data analysis for client reports.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and follow health and safety policies.

Skills

Mammalian cell cultures

ELISAs

qPCR/RT-PCR

Microscopy

Data analysis

Excellent communication skills

Education

BSc in Biology or related discipline

Tools

Standard laboratory equipment

Job description

Research Assistant

Permanent

Cambridge

SRG is pleased to be partnering with an organisation involved in the development of human biomimetic platforms. As a Research Assistant in the biology team your role will be to support contract research projects by completing experiments and analysis to a high standard.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Cell line and primary cell culture - expanding cells and ensuring sufficient cell stocks are available
• Performing biological assays (e.g. ELISA’s, fluorescent microscopy, DNA/RNA extractions, qPCR)
• Completing data analysis to produce reliable and precise reports that can be provide to clients/customers and work to meet deadlines.
• Maintaining and operating standard laboratory equipment and following the company’s HSE policies and procedures to ensure the health and safety of yourself and your colleagues.

Ideal Candidate:

• BSc (or equivalent) in a Biology related discipline with experience in a similar role in industry.
• Expertise in mammalian cell cultures and ELISAs
• Experience in primary cell culture, qPCR/RT-PCR and microscopy would be desirable
• A team player with a proactive attitude that is able to support the team and work be able to work autonomously
• A multitasker with the ability to work in a dynamic and ever-changing environment
• Preferable experience of working with advanced cell cultures (e.g. spheroids, organoids, primary cells)
• Experience working in a related laboratory role
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Does this sound like your next move?

Are you looking for permanent Laboratory Role in Cambridge?

Apply now by attaching your CV in Word, or contact Paige Keenan for further information about this new role: [e-mail]