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GMP Production Biotechnologist

Oxford BioMedica
Oxfordshire
6 days ago
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Join Us in Changing Lives


At OXB, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We’re on a mission to enable life-changing therapies to reach patients around the world—and we’re looking for passionate individuals who embody our core values every day: Responsible, Responsive, Resilient, and Respectful.

We’re currently recruiting forBiotechnologists to join our Manufacturingteam. In this role, you will bemanufacturing commercial and clinical grade viral vector batches within a GMP cleanroom facility,playing a key part in advancing our mission and making a real difference.

We currently have opportunities at our Transport Way and Oxbox facilities. 

Your responsibilities in this role would be:

Largescale manufacture of ATMPs within GMP cleanroom facilities including:


Upstream adherent and/or suspension mammalian cell culture, transfection and harvest of viral vector products.
Downstream processing including clarification, chromatography, ultra/diafiltration and fill/finish activities.
Ensuring batch success by working using good aseptic techniques.
Preparing, cleaning and maintaining the GMP facility including performing viable and non-viable environmental monitoring.
Preparation of growth media and stock solutions using portable mixing tanks.
Completing Batch Manufacturing Records in a timely fashion throughout the manufacturing process.
Taking part in continuous improvement initiatives & development of production processes.
Investigating quality incidents, deviations and improving procedures.
Working to high standards of health & safety.

We are looking for:

Working within a GMP manufacturing environment is advantageous but not essential


Degree level qualification or equivalent experience
Prior experience of working within an aseptic environment is advantageous but not essential
Self-motivated with a strong focus on safety, quality, details, and results
Good problem solving, interpersonal communication and team skills
Excellent writing skills and computer literacy
Flexibility to work shifts

About Us:


OXB is a quality and innovation-led viral vector CDMO with a mission to enable its clients to deliver life changing therapies to patients around the world. One of the original pioneers in cell and gene therapy, we have more than 25 years of experience in viral vectors; the driving force behind the majority of gene therapies.

OXB collaborates with some of the world’s most innovative pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, providing viral vector development and manufacturing expertise in lentivirus, adeno-associated virus (AAV) and adenoviral vectors. OXB’s world-class capabilities span from early-stage development to commercialisation. These capabilities are supported by robust quality-assurance systems, analytical methods, and depth of regulatory expertise.

Why Join Us?

💸 Competitive total reward packages


🧘 Wellbeing programmes that support your mental and physical health
🚀 Career development opportunities to help you grow and thrive
🤝 Supportive, inclusive, and collaborative culture
🧪 State-of-the-art labs and manufacturing facilities
🌍 A company that lives its values: Responsible, Responsive, Resilient, Respect

We want you to feel inspired every day. At OXB, we’re future-focused and growing fast. We succeed together—through passion, commitment, and teamwork.

Ready to Make a Difference?


Collaborate. Contribute. Change lives.

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