Research Scientist | Series A BioTech Startup | £11M+ Raised
💰 Salary: £60,000 – £85,000
📍 Location: London / Hybrid
About the Opportunity
We’re partnering with a Series A BioTech startup that has raised over £11 million to accelerate the development of novel therapeutic technologies that push the boundaries of modern biology.
Backed by leading investors and a world-class scientific founding team, the company is entering a new phase of growth — expanding its R&D function and building the scientific foundations that will transform cutting-edge research into real-world medical breakthroughs.
As a Research Scientist, you’ll join a passionate and highly collaborative team working at the intersection of biology, data, and technology. You’ll take a hands-on role in the lab, designing and executing experiments that drive discovery, validation, and innovation at the heart of the company’s mission.
Key Responsibilities
* Design, perform, and analyse experiments that advance the company’s core discovery programs.
* Develop, optimise, and validate new assays, methods, and workflows to support R&D objectives.
* Maintain precise experimental documentation (ELNs, data reports, internal presentations).
* Present findings to leadership and cross-functional teams, influencing scientific direction and priorities.
* Collaborate closely with computational scientists, engineers, and biologists to integrate experimental and data-driven insights.
* Evaluate and implement emerging tools, technologies, and approaches to enhance R&D productivity.
* Contribute to establishing lab infrastructure, culture, and operational best practices in a fast-growing environment.
About You
Education & Experience
* PhD (or MSc with substantial hands-on experience) in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or a related Life Science field.
* Postdoctoral or early-stage industry experience preferred — but creativity, curiosity, and impact are what truly stand out.
Technical Skills
* Strong proficiency in molecular and/or cellular biology techniques.
* Familiarity with assay development, data analysis, and experimental optimisation.
* Prior experience in biotech or startup R&D is an advantage.
Mindset & Attributes
* Self-motivated scientist who thrives in a fast-paced, high-autonomy setting.
* Excellent communicator capable of bridging experimental science with cross-functional teams.
* Rigorous, detail-oriented, and comfortable taking ownership of projects from concept to execution.
* Passionate about innovation and using science to create meaningful therapeutic impact.
Why Join?
🌱 Purpose & Impact – Contribute directly to the discovery of life-changing therapeutics in a fast-moving biotech.
🚀 High Ownership – Work alongside founders and senior scientists shaping the company’s R&D strategy.
💡 Innovation Culture – Join a science-led environment where creativity and collaboration drive discovery.
📈 Career Growth – Play a pivotal role in a scaling Series A startup with clear opportunities for advancement.
If this sounds like you, you'll fit right in.
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