Research Scientist – Antibody Discovery

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

Job summary

A biotechnology company is seeking an enthusiastic scientist to join their team in Cambridge. The role involves supporting antibody drug discovery using molecular biology techniques. Candidates should have a strong interest in this area and a proactive approach to learning. Practical training will be provided in a full-time lab-based position.

Qualifications

• Strong interest in antibody drug discovery.
• Willingness to learn and apply new techniques.
• Experience in lab environment recommended.

Responsibilities

• Perform experiments to support antibody isolation projects.
• Utilise molecular biology techniques for drug discovery.
• Provide support in other areas as required.

Skills

Molecular biology techniques

Phage display selections

Antibody characterisation assays

Proactive approach

Ability to learn new skills

Job description

RxBiologics has an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated scientist to join us and help develop our services to support our growing client base. The position is based within the RxBiologics team, working at the Babraham Research Campus, a leading site within the Cambridge biotechnology hub.

The Role

The successful candidate will join our team of scientists supporting client antibody drug discovery programmes and internal technical development. They will primarily perform experiments to support antibody isolation projects, utilising molecular biology techniques, phage display selections and antibody characterisation assays but will additionally provide support in other areas as required. A strong interest in antibody drug discovery, proactive approach and drive to learn new skills is key for this position. RxBiologics will provide practical training in antibody discovery processes and techniques. This is a full-time lab-based role, and the candidate will report into a senior member of the team.

About RxBiologics

The RxCelerate group of companies provides a platform for out-sourced drug discovery and development services and has a client base ranging from virtual biotech companies to some of the top 15 global pharmaceutical companies. We design and deliver complete drug development programmes from inception through to and including Phase II clinical studies. RxBiologics is a subsidiary of RxCelerate with a focus on delivery of biologics drug discovery. Our aim is to become the antibody drug developer of choice for the UK’s venture backed biotech start-ups and outsourced pharma projects.