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JOB TITLE: Research Associate
LOCATION: Oxford
CONTRACT: 12 months
SALARY: £31,000
SRG is currently working with a biotech company seeking a Research Associate to join their team.
Our client aims to create the next generation of antibody therapeutics, aiming to improve prognosis for patients with life-changing conditions.
Role overview
The successful candidate will primarily conduct laboratory experiments using cell culture, flow cytometry, ELISA, imaging, and other assay techniques to support antibody screening projects as a key team member.
The ideal applicant is practical, organized, detail-oriented, and efficient. Prior experience with various techniques is preferred but not essential, as training will be provided.
Key responsibilities
* Bring energy, enthusiasm, and positivity to the company
* Maintain cell cultures
* Perform techniques such as flow cytometry, fluorescence microscopy, and ELISA
* Work as a key member of the discovery team
* Conduct critical laboratory experiments and analyze data to inform strategic decisions
* Stay updated with developments in drug discovery technologies
* Manage day-to-day laboratory operations, including maintaining a safe environment and reordering supplies
* Establish and maintain quality sample archives
* Gather, analyze, and present data to the team and organization
* Review laboratory data critically and impartially
* Maintain accurate laboratory records
Applicant's required attributes
* BSc of 2:1 level or higher with research experience, or MSc/MRes or higher in relevant disciplines such as Biology, Biochemistry, Pathology, Cell Biology, Immunology, or Natural Sciences
* Enthusiasm and commitment to drug discovery and development research
* Recent experience in mammalian cell culture
* Proficiency in cell biology techniques (flow cytometry, ELISA, fluorescence microscopy)
* Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Strong attention to detail and efficiency
* Ability to build effective working relationships
* Laboratory method development skills
* Flexibility to work additional hours when required
* Proven written and oral communication skills
* Problem-solving skills
* Strong IT skills
Desirable skills
* Experience with biological assays on primary cells and cell lines
* Knowledge of statistics
Additional information
Nice-to-have skills include data analysis and statistics. The role is based in Oxford, England.
Work experience in healthcare is preferred. Fluency in English is required.
Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio act as employment agencies for this vacancy.
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