Research Scientist / Senior Research Scientist

Hyper Recruitment Solutions Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Precision Medicine company in Berkshire is seeking a Research Scientist / Senior Research Scientist. The role involves developing immunohistochemistry assays and delivering high-quality data for drug discovery. Candidates should have relevant scientific qualifications and experience in immunohistochemistry within a drug discovery environment.

Qualifications

• Proven industry experience in immunohistochemistry techniques.
• Working knowledge of general histology methods.
• Experience with microscopy and digital image analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop immunohistochemistry assays and deliver robust data.
• Independently resolve technical issues in assays.
• Liaise with stakeholders to plan and execute experiments.

Skills

Immunohistochemistry

Microscopy

Digital image analysis

Education

Relevant degree in a related scientific field

Tools

Image analysis software packages

Job description

Research Scientist / Senior Research Scientist

14706Contract Competitive Site Based Berkshire, United Kingdom Updated on: 16-07-2025

ROLE OVERVIEW

Our client is currently seeking a talented Research Scientist / Senior Research Scientist to join a leading Precision Medicine company based in the Berkshire area. As a Research Scientist / Senior Research Scientist, you will be responsible for contributing to the Biomarker Assay Sciences group (BMAS) within a drug discovery environment.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Your duties as the Research Scientist / Senior Research Scientist will be varied; however, the key duties and responsibilities are as follows:

1. Develop immunohistochemistry assays in the laboratory and deliver high-quality, fit-for-purpose assays and robust data for pre-clinical and clinical studies.

2. Troubleshoot assays by independently resolving technical issues.

3. Liaise efficiently with internal and external stakeholders to plan, design, and execute experiments.

4. Utilise scientific judgement to independently interpret analytical data and communicate results in a timely manner.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

To be successful in your application to this exciting role as the Research Scientist / Senior Research Scientist, we are looking to identify the following on your profile and past history:

1. Relevant degree in a related scientific field.

2. Proven industry experience in immunohistochemistry techniques, ideally in the drug discovery setting.

3. A working knowledge and practical experience with general histology methods, brightfield and fluorescent microscopy, whole-slide scanning, image analysis, and digital image analysis software packages.

Key Words:
Immunohistochemistry / microscopy / digital image analysis / drug discovery / bioanalysis / biomarker discovery / histology / pre-clinical studies / clinical studies / translational sciences

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

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