Job Description: 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 organizational structure and contribute to analytical development and sample analysis in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Independently perform experimental work, analyze 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 escalate challenges 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:
* HPLC (e.g., size exclusion)
* Electrophoresis (e.g., CE SDS, icIEF)
* GC/GC-MS experience is a plus.
* 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.