JOB TITLE: Scientist
LOCATION: Onsite – Slough
SCHEDULE: Standard working hours
DURATION: 8-month contract
PAY: £21.50/hour
Job Responsibilities:
In this role, you will lead and support scientific research activities focused on advancing understanding of CHO media development. Key responsibilities include:
• Leading scientific research projects related to CHO media development and process optimisation.
• Supporting laboratory activities to ensure high-quality experimental execution, including:
o Cell culture operations using CHO cell lines.
o Operation of Ambr systems (Ambr15 and Ambr250).
o Preparation and execution of analytical testing.
o Media, feed, buffer, and reagent preparation.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project delivery and scientific progress.
• Maintaining laboratory readiness through equipment preparation, calibration, monitoring, and safety compliance.
• Coordinating external servicing of laboratory equipment and related services.
• Monitoring and maintaining stock levels of laboratory consumables.
• Completing and peer-reviewing laboratory documentation in line with internal standards.
Essential Duties and Job Functions:
• Lead and execute laboratory-based research projects to improve CHO media development processes.
• Adhere to good laboratory practice (GLP) and cGMP requirements where applicable.
• Perform routine and advanced cell culture experiments using CHO systems.
• Operate and maintain Ambr15 and Ambr250 bioreactor platforms.
• Support analytical testing and interpretation of experimental data.
• Prepare laboratory materials including media, feeds, reagents, and buffers.
• Ensure laboratory equipment is calibrated, maintained, and operating safely.
• Review and complete technical documentation accurately and on time.
• Collaborate with scientific and operational teams to meet project objectives.
Knowledge & Skills:
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain scientific concepts clearly.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams.
• Hands-on experience with laboratory techniques and scientific data analysis.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving in a dynamic research environment.
• Understanding of laboratory compliance standards including GLP/cGMP.
Essential Experience:
• Hands-on experience with Ambr15.
• Hands-on experience with Ambr250.
• Strong cell culture experience using CHO cell lines.
Preferred / Nice to Have:
• Experience with CLC.
• Analytical laboratory experience.
Education & Experience:
• Degree in Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, or related scientific discipline.
• Relevant laboratory or bioprocess development experience preferred.
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