Planet Pharma are currently partnered with an exciting biotech and we are actively seeking a Senior Scientist to join the business on a permanent basis.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead Experimental Validation: Design and conduct in vivo and in vitro validation studies for T-cell engagers (TCEs).
TCR Engineering: Collaboratively design and characterize T-cell receptors (TCRs) targeting both proprietary and partnered disease-specific antigens.
Protein Science Operations: Execute protein expression, purification, and biophysical characterization to support molecular and cellular assays.
Molecular Biology: Perform cloning, site-directed mutagenesis, DNA isolation, and prepare libraries for next-generation sequencing (NGS).
Cell Culture Management: Maintain and culture cell lines, prepare media, and handle cryopreservation and recovery processes.
Protocol Development: Draft, revise, and manage a comprehensive library of lab protocols and SOPs.
Lab Support & Maintenance: Ensure smooth day-to-day lab operations, equipment maintenance, and inventory management.
Collaborative Research: Work closely with company founders, cross-functional R&D teams, academic collaborators, and industry partners to drive forward ambitious scientific goals.
Key Requirements:
PhD in relevant field
1-4 years relevant lab experience
About Planet Pharma:
Planet Pharma is an American parented Employment Business/Agency that provides global staffing services with its head-quarters in Chicago and our EMEA regional office located in Central London. We have invested significantly in creating a robust international platform that enables us to work compliantly in 30+ countries with a current network of 2500+ active contractors globally as well as a very strong permanent / direct hire recruitment offering.
Our specialist knowledge and close relationships with our clients and the wider industry really makes us unique in our field. Just recently we were recognised by FORBES as the 17th best professional staffing firm, and have won multiple awards from industry accredited bodies for our commitment to excellence and service delivery. We have extensive functional expertise including: Regulatory Affairs, Pharmacovigilance, QA, QC, Submissions experts, Clinical development, Quality, Biostatistics, and Medical Affairs / Writing.
We are an equal opportunities Recruitment Business and Agency. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.
www.planet-pharma.com
Please click ‘apply’ or contact Harry Banks at Planet Pharma for more information:
E: hbanks@planet-pharma.co.uk