Research Associate（ 12 Month Fixed Term）

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

Job summary

A leading company in life sciences seeks a Research Associate for a fixed-term lab-based role in Cambridge. The position focuses on purification techniques and high-quality production to support the inhouse manufacturing team. Ideal candidates will possess a relevant degree and experience in protein purification methods, contributing to innovative scientific advancements.

Benefits

Flexible benefits including a share scheme

Paid maternity/paternity leave

Flexible working hours

Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Degree in biological sciences or equivalent lab experience required.
• Experience in protein purification methods and life science techniques.
• Ability to meet deadlines and excellent record-keeping skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform purification techniques and antibody conjugation.
• Support the team in lab work and ensure compliance with Quality policies.
• Keep stakeholders informed and participate in cross-team discussions.

Skills

Life science techniques

Protein purification methods

Pipetting

Materials handling

Record-keeping

Education

Degree in biological sciences or equivalent lab experience

Tools

AKTA chromatography systems

Unicorn software

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Cambridge, United Kingdom

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Posted:

02.06.2025

Expiry Date:

17.07.2025

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Company Description

For over 20 years, abcam has been providing tools the scientific community needs to enable faster breakthroughs in critical areas like cancer, neurological disorders, infectious diseases, and metabolic disorders.

We believe that to continue making progress, we need to work together in new ways. We need your own unique perspective as well as this of our people to make an always greater impact on the world. This community needs people like you: dedicated, agile and above all audacious so we can truly bring progress forward.

Job Description

Due to significant product growth, we are now looking for a Research Associate to join our inhouse manufacturing team here in Cambridge on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is a lab-based role where you will work closely with other Purification & Conjugation team members. You will be responsible for performing purification techniques, preparing antibody and peptide conjugates to various labels, producing high-quality results to meet high throughput targets, and assisting with daily lab operations.

• Support the team in lab work, ensuring high-quality production, and report any missed specifications.
• Perform purification and conjugation processes to deliver experiments on schedule.
• Develop relationships across different teams within Abcam.
• Ensure compliance with Quality policies, SOPs, and Health and Safety procedures.
• Contribute to housekeeping tasks in the Purification & Conjugation Lab areas.
• Keep stakeholders informed and participate in cross-team discussions, including presenting data and influencing outcomes.

Qualifications

You should have a degree in biological sciences or equivalent lab experience, with skills in life science techniques. Knowledge of protein purification methods (Affinity, SEC, IEX, HIC) and conjugation is required. Experience with pipetting and materials handling, ability to meet deadlines, and excellent record-keeping are essential. Experience with AKTA chromatography systems and Unicorn software is a plus.

If you're interested in joining a fast-growing business aiming to be a leader in life sciences, please apply now!

Additional Information

We offer flexible benefits tailored to your needs, including a share scheme, paid maternity/paternity leave, flexible working, and development opportunities. We foster a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to solving critical diseases.