Senior Scientist - Flow Cytometry

CY Partners; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biotechnology organization is seeking a Senior Scientist to join their research team in Stevenage for a 12-month maternity cover. You will design and run immune cell based assays, plan studies with organoids, and perform flow cytometry. Ideal candidates should have a BSc in relevant fields and experience in T cell biology and cell culture techniques. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to pioneering translational research in oncology and immunology.

Qualifications

• BSc or higher in relevant discipline required.
• Proven expertise in T cell biology and immunotherapy.
• Strong experience in cell culture techniques.
• Extensive hands-on experience in flow cytometry.

Responsibilities

• Design and run immune cell based in vitro assays.
• Plan and execute studies with patient-derived organoids.
• Perform high-parameter flow cytometry.
• Report findings and troubleshoot experiments.

Skills

T cell biology

Immunotherapy

Cell culture techniques

Multi-colour flow cytometry

Communication

Education

BSc or higher in Cell Biology, Immunology, Oncology, or related discipline

Job description

Overview

CY Partners are supporting a leading biotechnology organisation in the search for a Senior Scientist to work with a global Pharmaceutical company at their site in Stevenage on a 12-month maternity cover contract.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking research team at the forefront of oncology and immunology, where you ll contribute to pioneering translational research and innovative therapies.

Responsibilities

• Design and run immune cell based in vitro assays (including activation, proliferation, and phenotype characterisation).
• Plan and execute studies with patient-derived organoids and allogenic/autologous immune cells.
• Perform high-parameter flow cytometry (10+ colours), including staining, data collection, and analysis.
• Support multimodality experiments across cross-functional research projects.
• Report findings, troubleshoot experiments, and contribute to collaborative teams focused on cutting-edge oncology research.

Requirements

• A BSc or higher in Cell Biology, Immunology, Oncology, or related discipline.
• Proven expertise in T cell biology, tumour immune microenvironment, and immunotherapy.
• Strong experience in cell culture techniques, including immune cells, primary samples, and patient-derived organoids.
• Extensive hands-on experience in multi-colour flow cytometry.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work across multidisciplinary project teams.

Desirable

• PhD in Biology/Oncology or related discipline, or 3+ years of industry experience.