Research Associate Characterisation

TN United Kingdom; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Research Associate to join their dynamic team in Cambridge. This role involves performing critical laboratory assays such as Immunohistochemistry and Western Blot, while also preparing cells and ensuring a safe lab environment. The company is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, offering flexible benefits tailored to individual needs, including competitive salaries and generous parental leave. If you are passionate about making a difference in the scientific community and possess strong teamwork skills, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible benefits package

Competitive salaries

18 weeks fully paid maternity leave

6 weeks fully paid paternity leave

Flexible working opportunities

Qualifications

• Highly organized individuals with good teamwork skills.
• Laboratory experience preferred with immunoassay techniques.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine Immunohistochemistry, Western Blot, and ELISA assays.
• Prepare cells and accurately record experimental details.

Skills

Immunohistochemistry

Western Blot

ELISA

Immunocytochemistry

Flow Cytometry

Mammalian cell lines

Teamwork

Job description

Research Associate Characterisation, Cambridge

Client: Abcam

Location: Cambridge, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 532944b2eeac

Job Views: 12

Posted: 26.04.2025

Expiry Date: 10.06.2025

Job Description

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 unique perspective as well as that of our people to make an ever 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 Responsibilities

• Perform routine Immunohistochemistry, Western Blot, ELISA, and Immunocytochemistry assays.
• Prepare cells, plates, or tissues for analysis.
• Accurately record experimental details in lab notebooks or the Batch Manufacturing Record (BMR) system.
• Prepare standard buffers and reagents according to defined operating procedures.
• Provide general lab support and maintain a clean and safe environment.

Qualifications

Highly organized individuals with good teamwork skills, preferably with laboratory experience. Experience in Flow Cytometry, Immunocytochemistry, Western Blot, or Immunohistochemistry assays, and familiarity with mammalian cell lines are desirable.

Additional Information

We offer a flexible benefits package tailored to your needs, including competitive salaries, 18 weeks fully paid maternity leave, 6 weeks fully paid paternity leave, flexible working, and opportunities for growth. We champion diversity and inclusion, creating a safe environment where you can be your true self. Join us in partnering with the scientific community to solve the world's most critical diseases.