Scientist I

IMU Biosciences

Greater London

On-site

GBP 30,000 - 42,000

Full time

6 hours ago

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Job summary

IMU Biosciences is seeking a Scientist I to join the laboratory platform team and generate high-quality immunology data using spectral flow cytometry and single-cell workflows.

You will work on day-to-day operation of the immune profiling platform, collaborating with scientists to support routine assays and platform development. Saturday work on a rota is required, with time off in lieu and overtime pay provided.

Qualifications

BSc or MSc in biology with hands-on lab experience.
Strong flow cytometry experience with 15-colour panels.
Experience isolating immune cells from human blood/tissue.
Attention to detail and data quality and reproducibility.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

Perform immune phenotyping and assays using spectral flow cytometry.
Isolate and prepare human blood and tissue samples.
Generate high-quality, reproducible immunology data.
Maintain SOPs, QC processes and data integrity.
Collaborate across the lab on multiple concurrent projects.

Skills

Biology degree

Flow cytometry 15-colour

PBMC isolation

Data quality

Organisation

Teamwork

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

BSc/MSc biology

Tools

LIMS/ELN

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.

About IMU Biosciences

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-gen spectral 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

Essential

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

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

Desirable