Research Scientist - Antibody Discovery

Hyper Recruitment Solutions Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job description

14399Contract £21 - £24.5 Per Hour Site Based London - United Kingdom Updated on: 22-04-2025

We are currently looking for an Antibody Discovery Scientist to join a leading Pharmaceutical company based in the Berkshire area. As the Antibody Discovery Scientist, you will be responsible for utilising proprietary antibody discovery and engineering technologies to support improved delivery solutions for gene therapy vectors.

This is an initial 12 month contract and can be offered at Research Scientist, or Senior Scientist depending on experience.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. As the Antibody Discovery Scientist, you will use world-leading discovery technologies to discover high-quality antibodies. You will be experienced with B cells or hybridoma. Phage or yeast display experience would be advantageous.
2. Conduct in vitro assays and in vivo models to validate novel gene therapy vectors.
3. Present experimental data at cross-functional meetings and work collaboratively across departments to align on strategies and deliver within expected timelines.
4. Review cutting-edge technologies in the field to bring the next advances in gene therapy engineering and antibody discovery.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

1. Relevant degree in immunology, gene therapy, or antibody discovery/characterisation.
2. Proven industry experience in cell culture and molecular biology techniques, including PCR and cloning. Experience with B cells or hybridoma. Phage or yeast display experience would be advantageous.
3. A working knowledge and practical experience with in vitro and/or in vivo antibody sequencing such as NGS or bioinformatics approaches.

Key Words: Laboratory-Based Scientist / Biotechnology / Antibody Discovery / Gene Therapy / Cell Culture / Molecular Biology / PCR / Cloning / In Vitro Assays / In Vivo Models / Immunology / Research Scientist / Senior Scientist

Hyper Recruitment Solutions Ltd (HRS) is an Equal Opportunities employer. We welcome applications from anyone who meets the role requirements. HRS exclusively supports the Life Science sectors, combining recruitment expertise with scientific knowledge to help you advance your career.