Job Description
Research Assistant
Permanent
Cambridge
SRG is pleased to be partnering with an organisation involved in the development of human biomimetic platforms. As a Research Assistant in the biology team your role will be to support contract research projects by completing experiments and analysis to a high standard.
Primary Responsibilities:
* Cell line and primary cell culture - expanding cells and ensuring sufficient cell stocks are available
* Performing biological assays (e.g. ELISA’s, fluorescent microscopy, DNA/RNA extractions, qPCR)
* Completing data analysis to produce reliable and precise reports that can be provide to clients/customers and work to meet deadlines.
* Maintaining and operating standard laboratory equipment and following the company’s HSE policies and procedures to ensure the health and safety of yourself and your colleagues.
Ideal Candidate:
1. BSc (or equivalent) in a Biology related discipline with experience in a similar role in industry.
2. Expertise in mammalian cell cultures and ELISAs
3. Experience in primary cell culture, qPCR/RT-PCR and microscopy would be desirable
4. A team player with a proactive attitude that is able to support the team and ...