Synthetic Biologist/Molecular Biologist

JR United Kingdom; Swindon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading synthetic biology company focused on innovative therapeutics as a Molecular/Synthetic Biologist. This role involves collaborating with bioinformaticians to develop enzyme-based therapies in a grant-funded project aimed at Women's Health. You'll work in a state-of-the-art lab, conducting vital research to combat clinical vaginal pathogens while contributing to impactful health research.

Benefits

Access to fully equipped lab at Imperial College London

Flexible working hours

Generous leave

Qualifications

• MSc or PhD in molecular biology, synthetic biology, biochemistry, or related fields.
• Strong understanding of DNA assembly and cloning techniques.
• Experience with E. coli for recombinant protein expression.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assays to discover and characterize candidate proteins.
• Design recombinant production strategies and purify proteins.
• Support project goals through data recording and interpretation.

Skills

DNA assembly

Cloning techniques

Molecular procedures

Collaborative skills

Independent experiment design

Education

MSc in molecular biology

PhD in synthetic biology

Tools

ÄKTA chromatography systems

Job description

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Synthetic Biologist/Molecular Biologist, Swindon, Wiltshire

Client: CC Bio

Location: Swindon, Wiltshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 3

Posted: 07.06.2025

Expiry Date: 22.07.2025

Job Description:

Company Introduction

CC Bio is an award-winning synthetic biology company, a subsidiary of Precisio Biotix Inc. since 2024, based in West London at the Imperial Translation and Innovation Hub (iHUB).

We develop potent antimicrobial enzymes as next-generation therapeutics, leveraging systems biology, synthetic biology, microbiology, and proprietary ML-based platforms for enzyme discovery and engineering.

Description of Your Role

Seeking a motivated molecular/synthetic biologist to join our London-based team in August 2025 for a 24-month grant-funded project in Women’s Health. You will work closely with bioinformaticians and microbiologists to develop enzyme-based therapeutics targeting anaerobic pathogens.

Your main activities include conducting assays to discover, design, produce, purify, and characterize candidate proteins against clinical vaginal pathogens.

What You’ll Do in This Role

Identify enzyme libraries via our Zeus platform, refactor gene sequences, design recombinant production strategies, and purify proteins in high-throughput formats.

Responsibilities include vector and primer design, cloning, protein expression optimization, purification, validation, data recording, and interpretation to support project goals.

Requirements

• At least MSc or preferably PhD in molecular biology, synthetic biology, biochemistry, or related fields.
• Strong understanding of DNA assembly, cloning techniques, and molecular procedures.
• Experience with E. coli and other microorganisms for recombinant protein expression.
• Familiarity with ÄKTA chromatography systems.
• Ability to independently design experiments and review literature.

Additional Skills (Nice to Have)

• Experience in a biotech commercial environment.
• Automation skills for protein purification.
• Experience with protein stability studies or structural biology techniques.

Working Style

• Creative, collaborative, receptive to feedback, and motivated by impactful health research projects.
• Enjoy working independently and as part of a team in a flexible, inclusive environment.

Compensation includes a fixed salary based on experience, access to a fully equipped lab at Imperial College London, flexible working, and generous leave. Our culture promotes inclusivity and equal opportunity.

If interested, contact [emailprotected] before June 17th, 2025, with “BMGF-SB” in the subject. Include your CV and a cover letter explaining your interest, even if your skills are not a perfect match.