Job Description
Exciting Opportunity: Bioanalytical Scientist 3‑Month Rolling Contract – Maternity Cover
Are you an enthusiastic scientist looking to contribute to cutting‑edge therapeutic innovation? This growing biotechnology company is seeking a Bioanalytical Scientist to join their high‑performing team at Alderley Park, supporting pioneering work in retinal disease treatments. This is short contract role covering for maternity.
Job Title: Scientist
Vacancy Type: 3‑Month Rolling Contract (Maternity Cover)
Area: Alderley Park, Cheshire
Salary: DOE
The Role of the Scientist
In this role, you will act as a core contributor to ongoing research and development programmes, helping to advance next‑generation treatments aimed at improving outcomes for patients with retinal diseases.
Key responsibilities include:
* Planning, executing, and optimising experimental work to support product development
* Applying scientific and technical expertise across a range of analytical and bioanalytical methods
* Troubleshooting laboratory challenges and maintaining high‑quality experimental records
* Upholding excellent laboratory standards, documentation, and safety compliance
* Staying informed on relevant scientific literature and supporting the daily operations of the R&D laboratory
The Ideal Candidate for the Scientist Role
To be successful, you will bring:
* A Master's degree (or equivalent industrial experience) in life sciences, chemistry, or a related field
* At least 12 months of recent hands‑on laboratory experience in an industrial setting (this can be during a work placement)
* Recent experience with analytical or bioanalytical techniques such as electrophoresis (SDS‑PAGE, Western Blot, IEF), chromatography (SEC, RP‑HPLC, AEX, HILIC), immunoassays (ELISA, potency, HCP), or biologics assay development
* Strong documentation skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem‑solving
For more information, please contact Selby De Klerk at SRG.
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