Skin Biology Scientist: 3D Skin Model Expert

BiotixAI; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Biotix is seeking a Skin Biology Scientist / Research Technician to support the development and execution of in vitro and ex vivo skin assay platforms in a hands-on, applied laboratory role. The position accepts candidates at different seniority levels with direct experience in advanced skin models, based in Oxford BioEscalator, Oxford, or remote/part-time arrangements depending on availability.

The role involves establishing skin organoculture and 3D skin models, culturing keratinocytes and

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with skin organoculture and/or 3D skin equivalent in vitro models.
• Experience with primary keratinocytes and fibroblasts.
• Experience with IHC, imaging, and molecular readouts.
• Ability to work independently and reliably.
• Practical, detail-oriented approach to lab work.
• Comfortable in a small, fast-moving startup environment.
• Fluent in English (written and oral).

Responsibilities

• Establish, maintain, and run skin organoculture / ex vivo human skin models.
• Develop and operate 3D skin equivalent / reconstructed skin in vitro models.
• Culture immortalised skin cell lines and primary cells.
• Perform immunohistochemistry (IHC) and imaging-based readouts.
• Carry out RNA extraction and RT-qPCR.
• Culture microbes and probiotics as required by the project.
• Support experimental design, execution, and troubleshooting.
• Implement and follow existing SOPs and protocols; avoid reinvention.
• Manage laboratory consumables, ordering, and suppliers.
• Maintain accurate experimental records and documentation.
• Contribute to technical discussions to support R&D milestones.

Skills

Skin organoculture

3D skin models

Primary keratinocytes & fibroblasts

IHC & imaging

RNA extraction & RT-qPCR

Independent work

Startup environment

Fluent English

Education

MSc or PhD in life sciences

Job description

Biotix is seeking a Skin Biology Scientist / Research Technician to support the development and execution of in vitro and ex vivo skin assay platforms in a hands-on, applied laboratory role. The position accepts candidates at different seniority levels with direct experience in advanced skin models, based in Oxford BioEscalator, Oxford, or remote/part-time arrangements depending on availability.

The role involves establishing skin organoculture and 3D skin models, culturing keratinocytes and