Research Scientist in Bracknell

Energy Jobline AZ; Bracknell; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a motivated Research Scientist in Bracknell for a 12-month contract. The candidate will join a dynamic team to support critical protein production processes, gaining hands-on experience with chromatography techniques. A Bachelor’s degree in Biology or a related field is essential, along with problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively. This position offers an hourly rate of £18.41.

Qualifications

• Good theoretical understanding of recombinant protein expression.
• 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 to deliver purified recombinant protein.
• Accurately record results to agreed company standards.
• Prepare technical reports and present findings.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Communication skills

Planning skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Biology or related field

Tools

Data management tools (e.g. Benchling)

Data analysis software (e.g. JMP)

Job description

Overview

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Role

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.

• 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

Application

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