Research Scientist

SRG; Bracknell; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research firm in Bracknell seeks a Research Scientist to join their protein production team. This role supports a crucial protein production process over a 12-month contract. The candidate will gain hands-on experience with downstream processing techniques and work with analytical methods to validate results. Essential qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in relevant science and strong problem-solving skills. The position offers a competitive rate of £18.41 per hour.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant science such as Biology or Biochemistry.
• Good theoretical understanding of chromatography techniques.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a protein production team.
• Provide hands-on support during large-scale protein production campaigns.
• Prepare technical reports and actively communicate findings.

Skills

Analytical methods

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Teamwork

Planning skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Biochemistry, or similar

Tools

Data analysis software (e.g. JMP)

Data management tools (e.g. Benchling)

Job description

Job Title: Research Scientist - Protein

Working Location: Bracknell

Rate: £18.41 per hour

Contract Length: 12 months

Start Date: 19th January 2026

We are looking for a hardworking, motivated individual who is quick to learn and apply themselves to join our dynamic, collaborative and industrious protein production team. This is a one-year contract to support the delivery of a critical protein production process. This role offers the opportunity for the successful candidate to gain hands on experience with an array of downstream processing techniques including protein chromatography and membrane filtration methods.

Role profile and expectations

• Work as part of a protein production team to deliver gram quantities of purified recombinant protein to support one of Syngenta’s critical commercial projects
• Provide hands‑on support during this large‑scale protein production campaign
• Learn and conduct the necessary analytical methods to validate final outputs meet defined specifications
• Accurately record results to agreed company standards
• Prepare technical reports, present findings within project groups and be an active communicator within the wider Syngenta scientific community
• Work safely and with due care to others ensuring compliance with company HSE policies

Essential education & experience

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant science e.g. Biology, Biochemistry, Biomedical or other similar disciplines
• Good theoretical understanding of recombinant protein expression
• Good theoretical understanding of chromatography techniques including affinity, ion exchange (IEX), hydrophobic interaction (HIC) and size exclusion (SEC) chromatography
• Strong evidence of troubleshooting and innovative problem solving
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good communication and planning skills

Desirable experience

• Master’s degree or 1-2 years’ experience working in a laboratory environment
• 1-2 years lab experience working in any of the core areas highlighted in the above job description
• Experience with data management tools (e.g. Benchling) and data analysis software (e.g. JMP)
• Experience of working with scalable bioprocess technologies e.g. TFF, Hollow fibre