Research Scientist

Kainos; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company in the UK is seeking a Research Scientist to join their Translational Sciences team. This role involves developing and validating ligand-binding assays and presenting data in team meetings. Candidates should hold a relevant degree and have experience with immunoassays such as ELISA and MSD. The successful applicant will also be responsible for maintaining laboratory equipment and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to drug development efforts, with a 12-month contract available.

Qualifications

• MSc or PhD in a relevant biological discipline required.
• Proven experience in running multiple immunoassays essential.
• Ability to work on complex analytical challenges necessary.

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate various ligand-binding assays.
• Present findings in project meetings.
• Ensure lab compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Transfer methods to external partners.

Skills

Running ligand-binding assays/immunoassays

Data presentation

Maintaining laboratory equipment

Solving complex analytical challenges

Education

Relevant degree in biological discipline (MSc or PhD)

Tools

ELISA

MSD

ELLA

Gyros

Singulex

Simoa/Quanterix

Job description

Overview

A leading company in the pharmaceutical industry is seeking a Research Scientist to join their Translational Sciences team in Berkshire on an initial 12‑month contract. As a Research Scientist, you will play a crucial role in advancing drug development from research into clinical phases.

Responsibilities

• Develop, optimise and validate ligand‑binding assays/immunoassays such as ELISA, MSD, ELLA, Gyros, Singulex, and Simoa/Quanterix for biomarkers and gene therapy targets.
• Present data at multi‑disciplinary project team meetings and understand the underlying biology and therapeutic approach of supported programmes.
• Maintain laboratory equipment to high standards and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, the Human Tissue Act (HTA) and other applicable regulations.
• Transfer validated methods to external partners, with potential travel in exceptional circumstances.

Requirements

• Relevant degree in a biological discipline (MSc or PhD).
• Proven industry experience in running ligand‑binding assays/immunoassays (e.g., ELISA, MSD, ELLA, Gyros, Singulex, Simoa/Quanterix).
• Working knowledge and practical experience with solving complex analytical challenges.

EEO Statement

Hyper Recruitment Solutions Ltd (HRS) is an Equal Opportunities employer. We welcome applications from anyone who meets the role requirements.