R&D Scientist - Global CDMO in Pharmaceutical Industry - 12 month contract

Planet Pharma
united kingdom
1 month ago
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R&D Scientist - Global CDMO in Pharmaceutical Industry - 12 month contract


Are you keen to kick-start your career in research and development in the pharmaceutical industry? If you have some R&D experience, particularly with aseptic techniques and protein analytical techniques, this could be the perfect role for you!


Planet Pharma are working closely with a global Clinical Development Manufacturing Organisation (CDMO) who are renowned for their work in the biopharmaceutical industry to develop and manufacture biologic therapies.


In this role, as the R&D Scientist, you will be responsible for providing analytical support using a range of analytical methods including protein binding and kinetic assessment using ELISA and other analytical techniques. You will also be responsible for:

  • Performing experiments, analyze and report results in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.
  • Reviewing results accuracy to draw scientific conclusions linked to experimental goals.
  • Develop skills and expertise in the Protein Function and Interaction area, with focus on product binding (e.g. ELISA, Octet and/or Biacore), metabolic changes (e.g. enzymatic assays) and characterization of Mode of Action (MoA) through cell-based assays.
  • Develop analytical skills using a range of chromatography-based approaches – such as Protein-A affinity and SEC Activities


This position is a 12 month contract and will be fully lab-based in Slough. This is a great opportunity if you have some laboratory experience but you want to further your career in research and development, and kick-start this career by working with a globally renowned company in the life sciences space.


For this position, our client is looking for someone who has:

  • Experience with analytical techniques like ELISA, enzymatic assays, cell culture etc.)
  • Knowledge of aseptic techniques
  • A passion for working in the pharmaceutical industry, in the research and development space


For more information on this position or any similar opportunities, please contact Chanel Hicken on or email your CV to and we can arrange a confidential discussion about how you can get involved in this exciting opportunity!

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