Research Assistant

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

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Research Assistant in Cambridge to support contract research projects. The role involves conducting experiments, data analysis, and maintaining laboratory standards. Ideal candidates should have a BSc in Biology and relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role in industry.
• Expertise in mammalian cell cultures and ELISAs.

Responsibilities

• Expanding cell lines and ensuring sufficient stocks.
• Performing biological assays and data analysis.
• Maintaining laboratory equipment and HSE compliance.

Skills

Cell culture

Data analysis

Communication

Education

BSc in Biology

Tools

ELISA

qPCR

Microscopy

Job description

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]