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Scientist II/III: MSAT

4basebio

Cambridge

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GBP 30,000 - 50,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

An innovative gene synthesis company is seeking dynamic team members to join its MSAT team in Cambridge. This role involves developing and optimising synthetic DNA products for gene therapy and gene editing. Candidates will engage with multi-disciplinary teams, enhancing their laboratory skills while contributing to the company's ambitious goals. With a focus on collaboration, this position offers the chance to work on cutting-edge projects in a supportive environment. If you are passionate about advancing scientific research in biotechnology, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Competitive Salary

Qualifications

Experience in experimental planning and design is essential.
Strong practical skills in molecular biology techniques required.

Responsibilities

Develop and optimise new and existing DNA products.
Perform analysis of experimental data and generate documentation.
Collaborate with R&D and manufacturing functions.

Skills

Experimental Planning

Data Analysis

Gel Electrophoresis

DNA Handling

RNA Handling

DNA Quantification

Molecular Biology Techniques

Pipetting Techniques

Teamwork

Communication Skills

Education

BSc in Biological Sciences

Direct message the job poster from 4basebio

4basebio is an innovative gene synthesis company with the ambition to provide high quality, synthetic DNA for use in gene therapy and gene editing platforms. We are expanding our MSAT team at our site just north of Cambridge, UK to facilitate the purification of synthetic DNA products for use in AAV, IVT mRNA processes and other therapeutic areas. We are looking for dynamic and experienced team members to help us achieve our ambitions and goals.

The role will support the development, optimisation and validation of new products within the company.

In addition, there will be opportunity for the candidate to interact with multi-disciplinary teams within the Research department and expand their laboratory skill set.

Responsibilities:

Work to develop and optimise new and existing DNA products
Perform screening and optimisation experiments using 4basebio DNA
Generate documentation, such as reports/experimental write-ups, that support the development & optimisation of production processes
Support troubleshooting activities and assist with continuous improvement initiatives
Work to develop and optimise processes within MSAT, to ensure successful manufacture of DNA products
Perform analysis of experimental data
Work collaboratively to support the R&D and manufacturing functions of the Company
Record experimental methods and results to a high standard and in-line with company guidelines
Present commercial data to a high standard in internal meetings
Keep up to date with relevant scientific and technical developments
Attend and participate in relevant meetings, training, and development sessions
Use, maintain and respect company equipment in accordance with the company’s SOPs and health & safety guidelines
Undertake any other appropriate roles and responsibilities that reasonably fall within the role holder’s skills and experience as requested
Be prepared to travel to other 4basebio sites

Person Specification:

BSc in biological sciences, or a related discipline
Experience of experimental planning, experimental design and data analysis is required
Extensive practical experience of techniques including gel electrophoresis, DNA & RNA handling and DNA quantification is required
Strong knowledge and practical experience in molecular biology techniques
Highly confident in pipetting techniques
Excellent team working and communication skills
Must hold right to work in the UK

What we offer:

Competitive salary + comprehensive benefits package

Location:

This role is located in Over, North of Cambridge

We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Due to the high number of applicants, if you do not hear back from us within six weeks, we thank you for your interest, but please assume you have not been selected for interview on this occasion.

Seniority level

Seniority level
Associate

Employment type

Employment type
Full-time

Job function

Job function
Science
Industries
Biotechnology

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