Upstream Research Scientist

Talentmark; Slough; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Talentmark is recruiting an Upstream Research Scientist for a global biopharmaceutical company, based at our Slough site on a 12-month contract. The role involves planning and performing lab studies to improve upstream biologics processes and supporting scale-up into manufacturing.

You will employ DoE methods, handle mammalian cell culture with CHO cells, and ensure GMP/data integrity in all records and reports.

Qualifications

• Relevant science degree (e.g. biotechnology, biochemical engineering, molecular or cell biology) or a BSc with relevant industry experience.
• Hands-on experience with mammalian cell culture, ideally CHO cells, for producing protein-based medicines.
• Experience using Ambr systems or lab-scale bioreactors.
• Good understanding of scale-up principles and using data to assess processes.
• Strong problem-solving skills and awareness of GMP and data integrity requirements.

Responsibilities

• Plan and carry out lab studies to develop and improve upstream biologics processes.
• Use Design of Experiments (DoE) methods to test and fine-tune new processes.
• Run mammalian cell culture work using shake flasks, Ambr systems and small-scale bioreactors.
• Support scale-up work, troubleshooting and moving processes into manufacturing.
• Analyse results and write clear reports, protocols and presentations for the team.
• Work closely with other departments and keep accurate lab records in line with GMP and quality standards.

Skills

Mammalian cell culture

DoE methods

GMP/data integrity

Education

Biotechnology

Biochemical engineering

Molecular/cell biology

Tools

Ambr systems

Lab-scale bioreactors

Job description

Talentmark are recruiting for an Upstream Research Scientist to join a global pharmaceutical company on a contract basis initially for 12 months. This role is site based in Slough.

Company:

Our client is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on creating value for people living with severe diseases in immunology and neurology now and into the future.

Salary:

From £22.40 per hour PAYE or £30.81 per hour Umbrella

Upstream Research Scientist Role:

• Plan and carry out lab studies to develop and improve upstream biologics processes.
• Use Design of Experiments (DoE) methods to test and fine-tune new processes.
• Run mammalian cell culture work using shake flasks, Ambr systems and small-scale bioreactors.
• Support scale-up work, troubleshooting and moving processes into manufacturing.
• Analyse results and write clear reports, protocols and presentations for the team.
• Work closely with other departments and keep accurate lab records in line with GMP and quality standards.

Your Background:

• A relevant science degree (e.g. biotechnology, biochemical engineering, molecular or cell biology) or a BSc with relevant industry experience.
• Hands-on experience with mammalian cell culture, ideally CHO cells, for producing protein-based medicines.
• Experience using Ambr systems or lab-scale bioreactors.
• Good understanding of scale-up principles and using data or statistics to assess processes.
• Strong problem-solving skills and awareness of GMP and data integrity requirements.

Company:

Our client is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on creating value for people living with severe diseases in immunology and neurology now and into the future.

It is essential that applicants hold entitlement to work in the UK.

This role may be subject to a satisfactory basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.