Development Scientist II (Cell Processing and Gene Modification) Location: Who are we? We are RoslinCT, a world-leading cell and gene therapy contract development and manufacturing organisation creating cutting-edge therapies that change people’s lives. Collaborative, dedicated and talented people are the backbone of our culture, working both autonomously and in driven teams to make life-changing products utilising ground-breaking science. Find out more about what we do here ! Why join us? The opportunity to join a rapidly expanding company which is changing lives, giving you the skills and experience to develop your career. A generous salary package – we reward our people at the level they deserve. 31 days of annual leave, plus 4 public holidays which increases with tenure. A competitive company pension scheme to help you save for the future. Group Life Cover – you are automatically covered for three times your basic salary to give you and your family peace of mind. Private healthcare and access to mental health/wellbeing support as your health and wellbeing means a lot to us. Flexible benefits such as retail discounts and access to the Cycle2Work scheme. Your new role An exciting opportunity to join our Manufacturing team as a Development Scientist II (Cell Processing and Gene Modification). A key role which will be responsible for developing, optimising, and evaluating processes for iPSC derivation, gene modification, cell processing, scale-up, and separation, as part of the Cell Processing and Gene Modification team within Process Development. Act as a subject matter expert in processing cell types such as iPSCs, MSCs, in 2D and 3D culture systems, and gene editing/reprogramming technologies, including transfection/transduction methodologies. Work closely with both RoslinCT’s clients and internal MSAT department to develop and optimise product-specific process operations. Perform routine tissue culture activities and processes for a range of pluripotent, progenitor and immune system cells. Assist with the development of cell product manufacturing unit operations. Ensure developed processes meet requirements for intended purpose. Apply technical and scientific expertise to interpret and present experimental data. About you Prior experience within a CDMO manufacturing focussed environment. Hands-on experience or Cell and Gene Therapy cell process development, current technologies and trends. Familiarity with cell product manufacturing unit operations Excellent computer skills with experience in Microsoft Word and Excel. Strong communication skills, verbally and in written form. Ability to meet tight deadlines while managing unexpected interruptions and issues. Highly flexible and organised in managing short-term demands and long-term workload. Qualifications The postholder should possess a Life Sciences Degree, Masters or PhD in a related subject Next Steps If this sounds like you, then please hit ‘Apply’ now. We will ask you to upload your CV and complete a short application form detailing why you are interested and why we should hire you. At RoslinCT, we’re all about inclusivity and creating a fair, welcoming workplace. Our goal is to make sure everyone knows they’re valued and encouraged to be themselves, whether they’re our employees, customers, or partners. We take pride in being an equal opportunity employer. We treat all applicants fairly and don’t discriminate based on any protected characteristics. So, no matter who you are, we welcome your application with open arms. If you’ve got any specific needs or concerns regarding accessibility during the recruitment process, don’t hesitate to reach out to us at jobs@roslinct.com. We’re here to assist and make things as smooth as possible for you.