R&D Analytical Scientist
Location: Slough
Contract Length: 12 months
Working Hours: 37.5 hours/week
Start Date: December (ASAP)
Pay Rate: £18.49/hour
About the Role
This is a fully lab-based position within the R&D Analytics team – Remote working is not available. The successful candidate will support multiple projects in a matrix organisational structure and contribute to analytical development and sample analysis in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Independently perform experimental work, analyse data, and report findings.
* Plan and complete assigned tasks within required timeframes.
* Liaise with scientists and project leads to close out technical reviews.
* Interpret data against specifications and identify trends.
* Communicate progress and escalations to Line Manager or Project Lead.
* Maintain lab operations including stock taking and ordering.
* Document work in electronic lab notebooks.
* Participate in departmental meetings and administrative tasks.
Technical Requirements
* Strong theoretical and practical knowledge of protein chemistry.
* Hands‑on experience with:
o HPLC (e.g., size exclusion)
o Electrophoresis (e.g., CE SDS, icIEF)
o GC/GC‑MS experience is a plus.
o Familiarity with LC‑MS/MS methods for Proteomics, Metabolomics, or Lipidomics is desirable.
Education & Experience
* BSc in Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or Bioengineering.
* Recent graduates may be considered, but industry experience is preferred.
Training & Development
A tailored training plan will be implemented upon joining, with the expectation that the candidate will begin effectively supporting Protein & Process Analytics activities within 2 months.
Carbon60, Lorien & SRG – The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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