Bioprocess Team Lead – Oxfordshire
We are looking for a dynamic
Bioprocess Team Lead
to join a growing start-up.
Salary:
£55,000 - £65,000
Location:
Harwell, Oxfordshire, UK
As
Bioprocess Team Lead, you will drive the design, development, and realisation of their
bioreactor platform. You will influence strategy, lead the bioprocessing department, and oversee key projects. Working closely with the executive team, you will define objectives and deliver innovative bioprocessing solutions that accelerate commercialisation.
If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, have strong expertise in
bioreactors and bioprocess development, and are excited about the future of biomanufacturing, apply now!
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, and optimise
pilot-scale bioreactor processes .
Develop and implement
scale-up technologies .
Establish and maintain
experimental protocols, SOPs, and risk assessments .
Drive
health & safety standards
in the bioprocessing department.
Design, plan, and execute
R&D studies
aligned with project deliverables.
Analyse and present experimental results, providing actionable insights.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to advance
company bioprocessing solutions .
Stay at the forefront of technological advancements to
identify process improvement opportunities .
Share responsibility for out-of-hours bioprocess operations .
What We’re Looking For Essential Qualifications & Experience
Passion, curiosity, and a drive to innovate.
3+ years of bioprocess development experience
in industry or a
PhD in biochemical engineering, bioprocessing, or a related field .
Hands-on experience with
small-scale bioreactor platforms .
Strong background in
mammalian cell culture and analytical techniques .
Proven expertise in
cell culture and 3D culture systems .
Experience with
CAD for bioprocess design .
Data analysis skills using
Python, R, or MATLAB .
Knowledge of
PFDs, P&IDs, and HAZOP analysis .
Desirable Experience
Expertise in
perfusion bioreactor systems .
Experience with
hollow fibre membrane bioreactors .
Understanding of
membrane characterisation .
Background in
muscle or fat biology, cell metabolism, or development .
Knowledge of the
cultivated meat industry .
Experience in
bioprocess scale-up and technical development .
Application of
Design of Experiments (DoE)
methodologies.
Salary & Benefits
Start Date:
ASAP
Salary:
£55,000 - £65,000
Contract:
Full-time, Permanent.
Equity:
Stock option plan.
Pension:
5% company contribution.
Holidays:
25 days + bank holidays.
Workplace:
Onsite – Oxford
Sponsorship available for the right candidate.
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