Company Description
LGC Genomics and Diagnostics develops and manufactures a comprehensive portfolio of catalogue and custom-developed diagnostic quality solutions and component materials for the extended life sciences industry. We partner with IVD assay developers, and pharmaceutical, CRO and academic institutions in commercialization activities across the entire diagnostic pipeline. Laboratorians and diagnostic professionals across disciplines of clinical chemistry, immunochemistry, serology, molecular diagnostics, and clinical genomics rely on LGC’s products to support accurate and reliable diagnostic results.
Our operating entities include Maine Standards Company, SeraCare Life Sciences, and Technopath Clinical Diagnostics, which are in vitro diagnostics (IVD) manufacturers of quality measurement tools (calibrators, controls, linearity, EQA/PT, biological materials), the Native Antigen Company, which is a manufacturer and supplier of viral antigens and LGC Proficiency Testing a global leader in PT schemes. We operate FDA-registered and ISO 13485-accredited facilities in Maine (USA), Massachusetts (USA), Maryland (USA), Tipperary (Ireland), ISO 9001-accredited facility in Oxford, UK, and Traverse City, Michigan US.
Each day, our world-class staff, scientific expertise, operational efficiency, and superior quality systems are ready to support the range of advanced technologies that collectively improve patient outcomes - from the widely adopted and established through to cutting-edge NGS and precision diagnostics.
Job Description
Are you seeking a stimulating and fulfilling career in an innovative R&D and manufacturing facility? LGC Genomics and Diagnostics is the place to be!
We are currently seeking a Production Scientist I to join The Native Antigen Company Production Team at our Kidlington, Oxford location. This outstanding opportunity will allow you to be at the forefront of scientific innovation, contributing to groundbreaking research and development projects.
As a Production Scientist I, you will engage in diverse activities such as virus and bacteria production, protein purification, cloning, product aliquoting, and quality control testing. You will also manage inventory, databases, and incoming shipments. Comprehensive training is included to enhance your lab expertise.
Responsibilities
1. Production of viruses and bacteria on a large scale
2. Generation of recombinant proteins and their purification
3. Cloning plasmids and scaling up production
4. Product aliquotation
5. Performing QC assays
6. Managing inventory levels
7. Managing databases
8. Receiving deliveries
Qualifications
9. Educational background in a science-related field or relevant practical lab experience
10. Zeal for progressing technologies to elevate patient outcomes
11. Dedication to our core principles: Passion, Curiosity, Integrity, Brilliance, and Respect
Seize this chance to become part of a group of passionate experts dedicated to creating a positive influence on the world. Submit your application now and embark on the initial stage towards a fulfilling career at LGC!
Additional Information
ABOUT LGC:
LGC is a leading, global life science tools company, providing mission-critical components and solutions into high-growth application areas across the human healthcare and applied market segments. Its high-quality product portfolio is comprised of mission-critical tools for genomic analysis and for quality assurance applications, which are typically embedded and recurring within our customers’ products and workflows and are valued for their performance, quality, and range.
OUR VALUES
12. PASSION
13. CURIOSITY
14. INTEGRITY
15. BRILLIANCE
16. RESPECT
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
LGC strongly believes that every job applicant and employee should be valued for their individual talents regardless of age, disability, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion, or belief. Short listing, interviewing and selection will always be carried out without regard to gender, sexual orientation, marital status, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, age, or trade union membership.
For more information about LGC, please visit our website
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