Scientist

Kedrion Biopharma GmbH; Elstree; Remote; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Kedrion Biopharma seeks a Bioanalytical Scientist in Elstree, Hertfordshire, for a 12-month fixed-term contract. You’ll contribute to optimising existing products and developing plasma-derived products, with training provided as you gain competence.

Suitable for recent Life Science graduates or professionals; you will work alongside experienced scientists in a biopharmaceutical environment, gaining practical expertise and contributing to R&D activities within global operations.

Qualifications

• Degree in Life Science with practical lab training.
• Evidence of lab/experimental report writing.
• Knowledge of protein characterisation and protein-analysis techniques.
• Health and safety awareness in the laboratory.
• Ability to perform microplate-based analytical techniques.
• Proficiency with MS Office for documentation and communication.

Responsibilities

• Follow SOPs and study plans.
• Gain competence in analytical methods listed (SDS-PAGE, Western Blot, ELISA, Chromogenic Assay).
• Maintain accurate records of experimental work.
• Buffer preparation and record keeping.
• Analyze and interpret experimental data for reliability.
• Collaborate with scientists across departments and global operations.

Education

Life Science degree

Tools

SDS-PAGE

Western Blot

ELISA

Chromogenic Assay

pH meters

Conductivity meters

Automated analyser

Job description

Kedrion Biopharma is seeking a motivated Bioanalytical Scientist to join its Global Manufacturing Scientific Development team in Elstree, Hertfordshire, on a 12-month fixed-term contract. You will support scientific projects focused on optimising existing products and developing new plasma-derived products.

This opportunity is suitable for a recent Life Science graduate beginning their scientific career or a scientist with relevant industry experience. You will build practical laboratory expertise, work alongside experienced scientists and contribute to research and development activities within a biopharmaceutical environment. Training and development will be provided as you gain competence across the role.

What you'll do

• Follow written procedures such as standard operating procedures (SOPs) and study plans
• Be trained and become competent to execute a range of analytical methods including: SDS-PAGE, Western Blot, Chromogenic Assay, ELISA, use of equipment e.g. pH and conductivity meters, automated analyser.
• Maintain accurate and up to date records of all experimental work
• Buffer preparation and record keeping
• Analyse and interpret experimental data, ensuring accuracy and reliability in your results
• Troubleshooting experimental procedures and addressing any issues that arise during your tasks
• Working closely with industry experts and collaborate with various departments, gaining insights into the interdisciplinary nature of biopharmaceutical research
• Exposure to global operations, as Kedrion is a global company

Qualifications and need-to-know

• A degree in a relevant Life Science discipline, such as Biological Sciences, Biochemistry, Biology, Biomedical Sciences, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Biosciences, Forensic Science or a related subject.
• Evidence of practical laboratory training gained through your degree, academic projects or relevant professional experience.
• Evidence of scientific or laboratory report writing undertaken during your degree, projects or employment.
• Knowledge of protein characterisation and protein-analysis techniques.
• Knowledge of health and safety requirements within a laboratory environment.
• The potential to perform microplate-based analytical techniques accurately and reliably.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office applications to support documentation, data review, reporting and communication.