Senior Scientist - Flow Cytometry

Cypartners; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biotechnology firm in Stevenage is seeking a Senior Scientist for a 12-month maternity cover contract. You will join an innovative research team, contributing to oncology and immunology projects. Responsibilities include designing in vitro assays, executing studies with organoids, and utilizing flow cytometry. The ideal candidate should have a BSc in a relevant field and expertise in T cell biology and immunotherapy.

Qualifications

• BSc or higher in a relevant discipline required.
• Proven expertise in T cell biology and immunotherapy essential.
• Strong experience in cell culture techniques required.

Responsibilities

• Design and run immune cell–based in vitro assays.
• Plan and execute studies with patient-derived organoids.
• Perform high-parameter flow cytometry, including data analysis.

Skills

T cell biology

Tumour immune microenvironment

Immunotherapy

Cell culture techniques

Multi-colour flow cytometry

Communication skills

Education

BSc or higher in Cell Biology, Immunology, Oncology

PhD in Biology/Oncology or 3+ years of industry experience

Job description

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.