Research Associate - Molecular Biology & Lab Operations

Carbon 60, Inc.; Oxford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Novo Nordisk seeks a Research Assistant / Advanced Research Assistant to support TIM programmes at The Innovation Centre, Oxford. The role is hands-on, focusing on molecular biology, cell culture, and laboratory operations within a collaborative research environment.

The role involves RT-PCR/qPCR prep, plasmid prep, viral production and imaging, with data recorded in LIMS/ELN and strict adherence to SOPs, safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• BSc, HND or equivalent qualification in a Biological Science discipline, or relevant industry experience.
• Experience of routine molecular biology techniques, including: Plasmid DNA preparation; Cell sample preparation; Cell transfection techniques.
• Experience working within a laboratory environment and using SOPs, Risk Assessments and Work Instructions.
• Experience using Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) and Electronic Laboratory Notebooks (ELNs).
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail; team-oriented and good communication.

Responsibilities

• Perform cell culture activities and sample preparation/storage.
• Support in vitro workflows, including preparation of samples for RT-PCR and qPCR analysis.
• Undertake CRISPR screening studies.
• Conduct plasmid DNA preparation using miniprep and maxiprep methodologies.
• Support viral production and transduction activities.
• Perform imaging, data generation and analysis.
• Participate in assay optimisation and development.
• Analyse results and record data in LIMS/ELN; contribute to documentation.

Skills

Molecular biology techniques

Cell culture

Laboratory experience

SOPs & Risk Assessments

LIMS & ELN

Microsoft Office

Education

Biological Science degree (BSc/HND) or equivalent

Tools

LIMS

ELN

Automation platforms

COSHH knowledge

Job description

Novo Nordisk seeks a Research Assistant / Advanced Research Assistant to support TIM programmes at The Innovation Centre, Oxford. The role is hands-on, focusing on molecular biology, cell culture, and laboratory operations within a collaborative research environment.

The role involves RT-PCR/qPCR prep, plasmid prep, viral production and imaging, with data recorded in LIMS/ELN and strict adherence to SOPs, safety and quality standards.