Associate Scientist

Talentmark are recruiting for an Associate Scientist, to join a Biotechnology company who are focused on developing novel immunotherapies. The role is based on-site in Cambridge on a permanent basis, with Mon-Fri day time working hours.

The salary is around £36,000-£38,000 per annum.

Your main duties will:

• Develop, optimise and execute cell-based assays under the direction of Senior Scientist colleagues.
• Perform routine laboratory techniques including primary cell culture, PCR, ELISA, Western blotting, and Flow Cytometry.
• Support day-to-day laboratory operations, including sample shipments, equipment upkeep, and maintenance of consumable and reagent stocks.
• Data analysis, Reporting & Project Support.
• Contribute to scientific outputs such as internal reports, presentations, and publications.

Your background: Essential:

• Degree in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or related discipline (BSc minimum).
• 1-3 years' industry experience working in a Biotechnology company.
• Experienced in cell-based and/or biochemical assay development
• Knowledge of standard laboratory techniques and good lab practice.

Desirable:

• Experience in biologics discovery, antibody screening, or use of primary cells.
• Experience coordinating protein expression and purification in CRO or in-house settings.
• Experience with Chromatography such as SEC-LC or SDS-PAGE to screen/analyse proteins.