Associate Scientist

Talentmark are recruiting for an Associate Scientist, to join a Biotechnology company who are focused on developing novel immunotherapies. The role is based on-site in Cambridge on a permanent basis, with Mon-Fri day time working hours.

The salary is around £36,000-£38,000 per annum.

Your main duties will be:

Develop, optimise and execute cell-based assays under the direction of Senior Scientist colleagues.
Perform routine laboratory techniques including primary cell culture, PCR, ELISA, Western blotting, and Flow Cytometry.
Support day-to-day laboratory operations, including sample shipments, equipment upkeep, and maintenance of consumable and reagent stocks.
Data analysis, Reporting & Project Support.
Contribute to scientific outputs such as internal reports, presentations, and publications.Your Background:

Essential:

Degree in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or related discipline (BSc minimum).
1-3 years’ industry experience working in a Biotechnology company.
Experienced in cell-based and/or biochemical assay development
Knowledge of standard laboratory techniques and good lab practice. Desirable:

Experience in biologics discovery, antibody screening, or use of primary cells.
Experience coordinating protein expression and purification in CRO or in-house settings.
Experience with Chomatography such as SEC-LC or SDS-PAGE to screen/analyse proteins.Apply:
It is essential that applicants hold entitlement to work in the UK. Please quote job reference (phone number removed) in all correspondence.

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