Research & Development Scientist – Slough – Global CDMO
Location: Slough (likely fully onsite)
Type of position: 12-month contract (option to extend)
Job details: Partnered with a global leader that provides contract development and manufacturing services (CDMO) to the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and nutrition industries. They help companies bring new therapies to market by offering everything from early-stage research support to large-scale production.
Seniority level: Associate
Key Responsibilities:
* Support the interpretation of problem statements and study rationale to ensure alignment with project objectives
* Assist in developing and executing high-throughput (HTP) workflows for process studies under supervision
* Configure HTP equipment to enable reliable monitoring and data capture
* Identify potential risks to study execution and contribute to mitigation strategies
* Collaborate on study plans and documentation with senior team members
* Execute HTP studies according to protocols and timelines, and perform preliminary data analysis
* Contribute to improving HTP workflows for greater efficiency and integration into broader development pipelines
* Provide purification support during technology implementation in cross-functional settings
Qualifications:
* Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, or related life sciences
* Hands‑on experience with high-throughput purification workflows, chromatography, and filtration techniques
* Familiarity with bioprocessing equipment
* Understanding of process development, scale‑up, and tech transfer
We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.
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