Senior Scientist – Bioanalysis

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the pharmaceutical field is seeking a Senior Scientist – Bioanalysis to join their R&D team in London. The role involves leading research projects focused on biological therapies, managing a team, and making impactful contributions to patient lives globally. Candidates should possess a PhD or equivalent in a relevant life science discipline and experience in bioanalytical methods.

Qualifications

• Experience with method optimisation and development.
• Strong foundation in protein purification and characterisation.
• Experience in managing a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead R&D projects and act as the project lead.
• Develop and optimise bioanalytical methods.
• Manage a small team of scientists.

Skills

Bioanalytical methods

Project management

Chromatography

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

PhD in a relevant life science discipline

MSc in a relevant life science discipline

BSc in a relevant life science discipline

Tools

HPLC

GC

ELISA

Job description

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Are you an experienced scientist with expertise in bioanalytical methods?

Would you like to work within the Research and Development (R&D) team of a reputable scientific organisation, making a direct difference to patients’ lives across the globe?

My client, a leader in delivering high quality, biological pharmaceutical products is seeking a Senior Scientist – Bioanalysis to join their successful R&D team in London. In this role you will lead R&D projects focused on advancing biological therapies, whilst also providing technical expertise and managing a small team of scientists.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a knowledgeable team of scientists striving to make a positive and long lasting impact on patients’ lives across the globe.

Key Responsibilities of the Senior Scientist – Bioanalysis include:

• Lead Research and Development projects through acting as the project lead and point of contact.
• Deliver R&D projects in line with agreed timelines, updating internal and external stakeholders on study progress.
• Develop and optimise Bioanalytical methods.
• Design, execute and analyse experiments in line with R&D deliverables.
• Act as a technical expert within Bioanalysis, providing guidance and advice to colleagues as needed.
• Manage a small team of scientists, identifying development opportunities and driving career progression.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety guidelines, SOP’s and regulatory requirements e.g. GLP and GMP.
• Accurately record and present scientific results through the completion of laboratory records, written reports and presentations.

To be considered for the Senior Scientist – Bioanalysis, you will need the following skills and experience;

• PhD, MSc or BSc in a relevant life science discipline e.g. Biochemistry, Biological Science, Molecular Biology etc., or equivalent working experience.
• Significant experience with bioanalytical methods e.g. chromatography (HPLC / GC), gel electrophoresis, SDS-Page, ELISA, protein analysers etc. including method optimisation and development.
• Strong foundation of scientific knowledge across protein purification and characterisation / analysis methods.
• Prior experience in managing and/or leading a team, including supporting personal development.
• Prior experience delivering R&D projects within an industry (pharma / biopharma) environment would be highly advantageous.
• An agile mind-set, happy working within a fast-moving R&D environment with evolving priorities.
• The ability to deliver to deadlines and take a proactive approach to problem solving.
• Excellent communication skills, a collaborative approach and a personable nature to support relationship building within the broader team and key stakeholders.

Please apply online or contact Katie-May Kress at CY Partners for more information.

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