Principal Biochemical Assay Scientist - Biotechnology - Cambridge
A pioneer of biotechnology products in Cambridge are looking for a senior biochemical assay scientist to complement their research team.
This is an excellent opportunity where you will be able to make a real difference with your work, developing products that aim to improve the patient's life, taking therapeutics from inception all the way through to clinical trials.
You will be utilising your biochemical assay development expertise to take lead on the creation of new, novel biochemical assays, in particular assays for enzyme activity, kinetics, and Protein-DNA interactions. This will include utilising techniques such as surface plasmon resonance, whilst working on thermostability and LC-MS.
Reporting directly to the CSO you will be afforded with the freedom and autonomy to make this role your own and will be provided with all the tools you need to be a success in this position.
The company are also looking at new ways to implement microfluidic technology and machine learning algorithms to speed up processes and improve accuracy.
To be considered for this exciting role you will need to have the following;
- Expertise with developing biochemical assays
- Experience with developing enzyme kinetic assays from scratch
- Knowledge of medium to high throughput assays, quality control and validation.
- ELISA, EMSA and pre-existing SPR knowledge is extremely beneficial.
The company are open-minded on this hire and place a lot of emphasis on the personality of the scientist and so will provide training if you are perhaps missing some of the experience needed for this role.
In exchange for your skills and expertise, the company offer a highly competitive package and the chance to join an exceptional team of up-and-coming scientists and bring new ideas to realisation.
For more information, please call Matthew Lowdon of Newton Colmore Consulting on 0121 268 2240 or make an application and one of our team will be in touch.
Newton Colmore Consulting is a specialist talent acquisition consultancy operating within the medical devices and biotechnology sectors. We have over ten years worth of expertise of placing candidates with our clients, globally. Our sole aim is to utilise this expertise and knowledge to maximise your chances of securing your ideal role with our clients.
Key words: Senior Research Biologist, Biochemical Assays, Biotechnology, Drug Discovery, Cambridge.
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- Agency: Newton Colmore Consulting
- Reference: ML-NC-58129PWE
Website: Newton Colmore Consulting
- Posted: 24th February 2023
- Expires: 24th March 2023
