Bioassay / Senior Bioassay Scientist

Job Description

Bioassay / Senior Bioassay Scientist - Flow cytometry and Fluorescence Imaging NottinghamSalary: £27,000 to £35,000 dependent on experience + bonus + benefitsThe Company:Our client is currently looking for a Bioassay / Senior Bioassay Scientist - Flow cytometry and Fluorescence Imaging based in Nottingham. They are a laboratory-based Contract Research Organisation (CRO) specialising in Oncology, Immuno-Oncology, Immunology,Inflammation and Respiratory therapeutic areas. They provide bespoke pre-clinical/early discovery phase laboratory services to support Biotech, Pharmaceutical companies and Academic groups in their drug discovery projects. Their aim is to assist their clientsin expediting their drug development programmes by providing high quality ethical services. Our client is continually striving to offer added value to all their discovery projects. They achieve this by constantly reviewing and evaluating new technologies thatcomplement and augment their preclinical in vitro capabilities.Roles and Responsibilities:

• Undertake laboratory work as required and be responsible for drafting SOPs, COSHH as relevant
• Prepare and present complex scientific information to internal and external stakeholders
• Provide technical expertise and develop the technical capabilities of the department
• Keep abreast of regulatory and scientific guidelines and industry expectations and contribute to the establishment and delivery of appropriate services within the department.
• Provide expert advice on specific projects to colleagues and clients, maintaining awareness of current trends, issues and developments.
• Take a lead on method development, method transfer, method validation and optimization.
• Taking a lead role in problem resolution and ensure that the conduct and reporting of the project complies with the client requirements including review of data and production of scientific reports.
• Maintain stock of reagents and consumables required for client projects
• Continually seek to identify opportunities for and lead improvements in quality, productivity and automation and the introduction of new tests and techniques.
• Assist the scientific team in securing relevant accreditations.
• Assist in obtaining new business and in client inspection visits.
• Develop and maintain training programme modules in own area of expertise to meet client requirements and realise individual potential.
• Assist in the implementation of new equipment, IT systems and procedures / processes.

Qualifications and Experience:

• PhD in Cell and Molecular Biology/Life Sciences
• 2+ years of experience working in a CRO or on client projects essential
• Experience of working with primary human/animal cells is essential
• Previous experience in cell culture, flow cytometry, fluorescence microscopy is essential
• Excellent working knowledge of Cell Profiler/Image J and any other imaging analysis software is essential
• Experience in pharmacology/biochemical assays is desirable but not essential
• Ability to work to strict deadlines and multi-tasking is essential
• Excellent communication skills and proven experience of presenting complex information to clients.
• Proven skills and experience in designing and trouble-shooting assays
• High level understanding of the techniques
• High level of interpersonal, communication and analytical skills
• Ability to develop novel assays in Immuno-Oncology, Immunology, Inflammation and Respiratory is desirable

They offer: This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly regarded team of employees that are dedicated to making every project a great success. Our clients benefits package includes a competitive salary, performance and target related bonus annually, 3% employerpension contribution, 24 days annual leave, flexible working options and access to an on-site Cafe. This position is based at our Nottingham office.InterestedIf you are a suitably qualified and experienced Bioassay / Senior Bioassay Scientist - Flow cytometry and Fluorescence Imaging and ready for your next challenge in a growing organisation with lots of opportunity to progress we would love to hear from you!Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Additional Resources will be acting in your best interest and may contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phoneor text message. For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy orGDPR please contact us.Additional Resources are an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.

Keyskills :
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