Vivo Scientist

Sygnature Discovery; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based pharmaceutical research organization seeks an In Vivo Scientist to join their In Vivo Pharmacology team. This role involves planning and executing in vivo experiments, managing laboratory activities, and troubleshooting technical challenges. Ideal candidates will have a BSc/MSc in Life Sciences or related fields, strong communication skills, and attention to detail. Benefits include 25 days annual leave, private medical insurance, and a pension scheme.

Benefits

25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)

Private Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Enhanced Family Friendly Policies

Pension Scheme

1 paid volunteer day per year

Qualifications

• PIL A & B are required, PIL C is desirable.
• Experience within a pharmaceutical company, biotech, or CRO is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute in vivo experiments independently.
• Manage day-to-day laboratory activities and ensure workspace compliance.
• Use and perform relevant equipment and procedures accurately.
• Identify and troubleshoot technical issues as necessary.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of scientific developments.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong attention to detail

Organisational skills

Ability to work independently

Knowledge of practical techniques

Education

BSc/MSc in a relevant discipline

Job description

We are seeking an In Vivo Scientist to join our In Vivo Pharmacology team at our North West Leicestershire site. An In Vivo Scientist at Sygnature Discovery plays an essential role in supporting internal and client-based studies and projects, using specialised techniques and assays. Please note that this is a full‑time, onsite position.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute in vivo experiments independently in line with study objectives, timelines, protocols, and SOPs.
• Manage day‑to‑day laboratory activities, including scheduling work, ensuring availability of consumables, and maintaining a clean and compliant workspace.
• Use and perform relevant equipment and procedures safely and correctly, engaging with superusers where required.
• Identify and troubleshoot technical issues, escalating appropriately when required.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of scientific and technical developments and actively broaden technical competencies through training.

Qualifications

• BSc/MSc in a relevant discipline (Life Sciences, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Pharmacology).
• PIL A & B are required, PIL C is desirable.
• Experience gained within a pharmaceutical company, biotech, or CRO is desirable.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Knowledge and experience of practical techniques.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• Private Medical Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced Family Friendly Policies
• Sygnature Group Pension Scheme
• 1 paid volunteer day per year