ABOUT MULTUS
Multus is on a mission to improve human and planetary health by designing cell culture media to grow the industrial bioeconomy.
Our approach combines AI, robotic automation, and cell biology to design better performing cell culture media formulations faster. We work with companies making essential medicines, food and materials to accelerate and scale their impact from lab to market.
Today, we strive to be the leading partner for media development and supply for the Cellular Agriculture, Biopharmaceutical and Advanced Therapies sectors.
Multus is a fast-paced, collaborative team that enjoys to work hard in pursuit of our mission. We've created a unique work environment with a team unified in our drive to create lasting and meaningful impact at global scale.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Multus is seeking a dynamic and experienced
Senior Scientist,
with a track record of cell culture media development for Biologics and Cell & Gene Therapy manufacturing.
You will work with a team of scientists to develop high-performance cell culture media using high-throughput robotic automation, AI and large datasets. We work in small, agile teams so you will be able to shape how we operate and what we achieve as a company.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge solutions at the interface of AI, robotics and cell biology, serving as the engine of innovation that drives Multus' enduring ability to accelerate and scale the impact of the bioeconomy.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
* Lead the design and optimisation of custom, serum-free, chemically-defined media formulations projects for mammalian cell lines (e.g. CHO, HEK, NKs, MKs, T cells, MSCs, iPSCs) across applications including therapeutic protein production, CAR-T cell expansion, lentiviral/AAV vector production and cell and gene therapy, collaborating directly with clients to understand their specific requirements and deliver tailored solutions that meet their goals.
* You will drive success by taking full ownership of delivering high quality work to agreed deadlines.
* Directly link research priorities to the company's strategic goals. Ruthlessly focus R&D efforts on areas with the highest potential impact for our customers and long-term impact.
* You are expected to embrace agile methodologies to adapt quickly to new data, changing priorities, and market dynamics with an open mind.
* You will work closely with the company management team to ensure adequate resourcing across projects, identifying bottlenecks and proposing/implementing solutions to overcome these.
* You will have a proactive approach to ensuring data is delivered on time, with the ability to troubleshoot when needed to prevent project delays.
* You commit to rigorous scientific methodology, data integrity, and staying at the forefront of knowledge in our field.
* Build systems, processes and routines to foster critical thinking, continuous learning, and principled, data-driven decision-making.
* Identify, develop and implement new technologies/methodologies within the team.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
* A PhD with at least 3 years of experience and an outstanding track record in biotech, biopharmaceuticals or a related industry.
* You will have relevant industrial experience with a strong scientific background in Cell & Gene Therapy or Biologics.
* At least 3 years of hands-on experience with mammalian cell culture and media optimisation for HEK, CHO, NKs, MKs, T cells, iPSCs, MSCs or other relevant cell lines.
* You'll have the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with customers, external stakeholders, and specialists from your own and other fields (
e.g.
data science, production, automation, and commercial).
* A willingness to operate within start up environments, including delivering to tight timelines, the ability to react to changing priorities or plans and to help with laboratory operations.
* Excellent attention to detail, analytical and critical thinking skills.
* An ability to build effective working relationships with proven teamwork skills.
* An inquisitive nature, are self-motivated and eager to learn.
* A desire to work within a fast-paced, data-driven environment.
* A proven ability to deliver to tight timelines.
* Proven experience with project management is essential.
* Experience with scalable media development for GMP manufacturing and bioreactor scale-up, including familiarity with quality systems, GMP considerations, and omics-based approaches to media design (e.g. metabolomics) is desirable.
* Experience working with laboratory automation platforms (e.g., liquid handling systems, automated cell passaging, or assay development using robotics) is desirable.
BENEFITS
Highly competitive salary
Stock option plan
25 days' holiday + flexible bank holidays
Flexible working hours
Optional private health insurance
Pension plan
Collaborative and driven team
Company socials and office snacks
OUR VALUES
TENACITY – WE PUSH THE BOUNDARY WITHOUT FEAR OF FAILURE
COLLABORATION – WE WORK TOGETHER INCLUSIVELY, CONSTRUCTIVELY & EFFICIENTLY
CANDOUR – WE TALK TO EACH OTHER WITH RESPECT AND INTEGRITY
OUR ED&I STATEMENT
Multus is an equal-opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces inclusion, diversity, and belonging.
At Multus, we are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels they belong, are enabled to thrive, are respected for who they are, know that they matter, and are empowered to contribute meaningfully.
We believe that diverse perspectives and inclusive collaboration drive innovation and make us stronger together.