Scientist I

Imubiosciences

Greater London

On-site

GBP 35,000 - 52,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

IMU Biosciences in London is seeking a Scientist I to join the wet lab platform team and generate high-quality, reproducible immunology data. You will operate the immune profiling platform, including spectral flow cytometry and single-cell genomics workflows, while supporting multiple projects and collaborating with colleagues.

The role involves hands-on assay execution, data handling, and contributing to ongoing platform development; weekend rosters are possible with time off in lieu and

Qualifications

BSc or MSc in a relevant biological science with hands-on laboratory experience.
Strong practical experience in flow cytometry with multi-parameter panels.
Experience isolating immune cells from human blood or tissue samples.
High attention to data quality and reproducibility.
Good organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.
Proactive, independent and collaborative team player.
Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Willingness to work time-sensitive sample workflows on Saturdays when required.

Responsibilities

Perform immune phenotyping and functional assays using high-parameter flow cytometry.
Isolate and process human blood and tissue samples.
Prepare samples for single-cell sequencing workflows.
Support data handling, documentation, and storage to internal standards.
Maintain laboratory quality control processes.
Perform instrument QC checks and basic troubleshooting.
Ensure accurate execution of SOPs and high data quality.
Work collaboratively across the lab to support multiple projects.
Communicate progress and provide updates to the team.
Coordinate sample receipt and logistics with external partners.
Contribute to reagent preparation, stock management and equipment upkeep.
Ensure samples, reagents and materials are stored and tracked properly.
Contribute to workflow optimization and adoption of new techniques.

Skills

Flow cytometry

Single-cell genomics

Human blood handling

Data quality & reproducibility

Lab operations

Education

BSc or MSc in biological science

Job description

About IMU Biosciences

IMU Biosciences has developed proprietary platform technologies that generate and translate vast system-level immune data into actionable insights and tools to drive the development of precision medicines across a variety of diseases. Built on over a decade of research at King’s College London and the Francis Crick Institute, IMU leverages advanced immune profiling with proprietary AI and machine learning analytics to uncover novel clinical immune signatures. IMU continues to establish partnerships with leading pharma and biotech companies to advance disease diagnosis, optimise product selection, and improve patient stratification and monitoring - while also building its own pipeline of innovative products.

As a Scientist I at IMU Biosciences, you will be embedded in the wet lab platform team and work closely with other scientists to generate high-quality, reproducible data, providing a new perspective on human immunology. You will be responsible for the day-to-day operation of the next-genspectral flow and single cell genomics IMU platform.

The Role

We are seeking a Scientist I to join our laboratory platform team and support the generation of high-quality, reproducible immunology data.

This is a hands-on, lab-based role focused on the day-to-day operation of our immune profiling platform, including spectral flow cytometry and single-cell genomics workflows.

You will work closely with a collaborative team of scientists and contribute to both routine assay execution and the ongoing development of platform capabilities.

Due to the nature of the work this role requires working in the lab on a Saturday approximately 1 in every 4 weeks – time off in lieu and overtime pay will be provided. This is organised on a rota basis with other members of the lab team.

Key Responsibilities

Assay Execution & Data Generation

Perform immune phenotyping and functional assays, including high-parameter flow cytometry
Isolate and process human blood and tissue samples
Prepare samples for single-cell sequencing workflows
Support data handling, documentation, and storage in line with internal standards

Laboratory Operations & Quality

Maintain and adhere to laboratory quality control processes
Perform routine instrument QC checks and basic troubleshooting
Ensure accurate execution of SOPs and contribute to maintaining high data quality

Collaboration & Delivery

Work collaboratively across the lab team to support multiple concurrent projects
Communicate progress clearly and proactively, contributing updates, ideas, and feedback
Support coordination of sample receipt and logistics with external partners

Laboratory Support

Contribute to general lab operations, including reagent preparation, stock management, and equipment upkeep
Ensure samples, reagents, and materials are handled, stored, and tracked appropriately

Continuous Improvement

Contribute to optimisation of workflows and identification of new techniques or technologies to improve efficiency and reproducibility

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

Essential

BSc or MSc in a relevant biological science, with hands‑on laboratory experience
Strong practical experience in flow cytometry (minimum 15 colour panels)
Experience working with human blood and/or tissue samples to isolate immune cells, eg PBMCs
High level of attention to detail and commitment to data quality and reproducibility
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
Proactive and self‑motivated, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Strong problem‑solving skills and willingness to troubleshoot experimental challenges
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Flexibility to accommodate time‑sensitive sample workflows when required