Senior Scientist Complex In Vitro Immunology

Idibu; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading life sciences company in London is seeking a Senior Scientist - Complex In Vitro Immunology. This role involves developing complex cell assays and providing training to junior lab members, with a focus on drug discovery. Candidates should possess strong technical expertise in immunology and human cell culture, alongside experience in flow cytometry. This permanent position offers competitive salary and a chance to work in a dynamic biotech environment.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of drug discovery and development process.
• Significant post-graduate experience in an industrial lab.
• Practical knowledge of flow cytometry and microscopy.

Responsibilities

• Develop complex cell assays to understand drug mechanisms.
• Train and provide support to junior lab members.
• Maintain high standards of record-keeping.

Skills

Immunology

Cell Biology

Human Cell Culture

Flow Cytometry

Microscopy

Communication

Tools

High-Content Imaging

Job description

CK Group are recruiting for a Senior Scientist - Complex In Vitro Immunology to join a new lab in London embedded in one of Europe's leading life sciences venture ecosystems. This lab supports early-stage biotech companies developing and running complex in vitro assays that help guide real-world drug discovery.

The role will be based in Kings Cross London and is a permanent role with Mon-Fri day time working hours.

The Role

• You’ll report to the Lab Head and play a central role in getting the lab operational. This is a hands‑on position but with a clear path to grow into a leadership role. Project management responsibilities will be a key part of this role and contribution to shaping new scientific directions that the company takes.
• The role is ideal for candidates with strong technical expertise in immunology or cell biology ideally with significant research experience in an industry setting. You should be confident working with primary human immune cells and familiar with techniques such as flow cytometry or high‑content imaging.
• What really sets this role apart is the opportunities you will have to understand how start‑up biotech works from a very experienced team. You’ll be working alongside top‑tier scientists, investors and founders providing exposure to an extensive network of brilliant researchers and leaders in the biotech industry.

Responsibilities

• Develop complex cell assays to help understand drug mechanism of action
• Provide training and scientific support to junior lab members
• Project management
• Maintain high standards of record‑keeping for delivery of data and reports to clients
• Establish medium / high throughput screening of novel drugs
• Excellent communication of data to external stakeholders

Your Background – Essential

• Extensive knowledge of drug discovery and development process
• Significant post‑graduate experience in an industrial or translational lab setting (pharma or biotech).
• Previous experience in human cell culture most preferably with human primary immune cells
• Direct practical knowledge of flow cytometry and / or microscopy / cell‑imaging

Desirable

• High throughput screening cell assay screening
• Some experience in biophysics‑based screening techniques for example affinity measurements using BLI / SPR
• Project management experience

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It is essential all applicants hold entitlement to work in the UK. Please quote job reference 161 354 in all correspondence.

Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1

Yearly Salary: £50000 - 60000