RNA Molecular / Cellular Biologist

taylorollinson Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise biotechnologique innovante recherche un scientifique pour soutenir le développement de technologies d'ARN synthétiques. Le candidat idéal possédera un BSc ou MSc en biologie, avec une expérience en biologie moléculaire et des compétences en techniques variées comme l'électrophorèse et la quantification d'ARN. Ce rôle impliquera la conduite d'expériences innovantes et la collaboration étroite avec l'équipe R&D.

Benefits

Assurance santé privée

Pension privée

Qualifications

• BSc / MSc en biologie avec expérience en biologie moléculaire ou cellulaire, de préférence focalisée sur l'ARN.
• Expertise dans plusieurs techniques telles que l'électrophorèse, la quantification d'ARN et d'ADN.

Responsibilities

• Réaliser une large gamme d'expériences de biologie moléculaire liées à l'ADN synthétique et la synthèse d'ARN.
• Supporter des projets de recherche et développement interne et externe.

Skills

Électrophorèse capillaire

Électrophorèse sur gel de polyacrylamide

Quantification d'ARN

Quantification d'ADN

Cytométrie en flux

ELISA

Education

BSc / MSc en biologie

Job description

Our client is an innovative biotechnology company based outside of the centre of Cambridge. They have built a platform to synthesis DNA which provides exciting possibilities for ensuring cheaper, faster and more accurate DNA / gene constructs than traditional plasmid-based methods. In a key phase of their growth, our client is looking to onboard experienced Scientists in the field of cellular and molecular biology to support the development of their synthetic RNA technologies.

The Opportunity

This is an opportunity for a Scientist with a BSc or MSc and additional industry (preferred), or post-graduate experience in a cellular / nucleic acid setting. As a Scientist within the RNA team, you will be responsible for:

• Conducting a wide range of molecular biology based experiments in relation to Syntethic DNA, mRNA synthesis and gene expression.
• Supporting a range of synthetic DNA and RNA projects for external collaborators, as well as some internal R&D projects.
• Optimising the DNA to in vitro RNA conversion process and subsequent RNA purification.
• Conduct cell-based assays (luciferase / reporter assays) to evaluate immune response to RNA.
• Plan, refine and execute experiments which align with overall project plans.
• Work individually and collaboratively within the R&D teams.
• Play an active role in departmental meetings and development meetings.
• Keep a comprehensive and up-to-date record of experiments and data/results

Skills and Experience Needed

The ideal candidate will have the following:

• BSc/MSc in a biological discipline + industry experience in molecular or cellular biology, ideally RNA focused. (essential – straight MSc graduates will be considered and equivalent experience welcome)
• Expertise in several of the following techniques (capillary electrophoresis, polyacrylamide electrophoresis, RNA quantification, DNA quantification, flow cytometry, ELISA) (essential)
• Experience in one of the following techniques (cell reporter assays i.e. luciferase, B-galactosidase or GFP, cell transfection (desired)
• Experience in troubleshooting and developing laboratory protocols (desired)
• Existing right to work in the UK (essential)

The Package

As an up-and-coming Cambridge Biotech, our client is able to offer a competitive salary, progression options and benefits package including private pension and private health insurance.

To Apply

If you would like to apply to this opportunity, please send a copy of your CV to Charlie Cox at [e-mail] – alternatively, please call Charlie on 07903 204577.

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