Research Associate

JOB TITLE: Research Associate

LOCATION: Oxford

CONTRACT – 12 months

SALARY: £31,000

SRG is currently working with a biotech company seeking a Research Associate to join their team.

Our client aims to create the next generation of antibody therapeutics to improve outcomes for patients with life-changing conditions.

Role overview

The successful candidate will primarily conduct laboratory experiments using cell culture, flow cytometry, ELISA, imaging, and various assay techniques to support antibody screening as a key team member.

The ideal applicant is organized, detail-oriented, and efficient. While experience with a range of techniques is preferred, training will be provided.

Key responsibilities

• Bring energy, enthusiasm, and positivity to the company
• Maintain cell cultures
• Perform techniques such as flow cytometry, fluorescence microscopy, and ELISA
• Work as a key member of the discovery team
• Conduct critical laboratory experiments, analyze data, and contribute to strategic decisions
• Stay updated with developments in drug discovery technologies
• Manage day-to-day laboratory operations, including maintaining a safe environment and re-ordering consumables
• Establish and maintain quality sample archives
• Gather, analyze, and present data to the team and organization
• Review laboratory data critically and impartially
• Maintain accurate laboratory records

Applicant’s required attributes

• A BSc degree at 2:1 level or higher with research experience, or an MSc/MRes or higher in relevant fields such as Biology, Biochemistry, Pathology, Cell Biology, Immunology, or Natural Sciences
• Enthusiasm and commitment to drug discovery and development research
• Recent proven experience in:

- Mammalian cell culture

- Cell biology techniques (e.g., flow cytometry, ELISA, fluorescence microscopy)

• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong attention to detail and efficiency
• Ability to build effective working relationships
• Laboratory method development experience
• Flexibility to work additional hours when needed
• Proven written and oral communication skills
• Problem-solving abilities
• Strong IT skills

Desirable skills

• Experience in running biological assays on primary cells and cell lines
• Good knowledge of statistics