Role Summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic and pro-active lab-based scientist to join our expending Translational Medicine team in our state-of-the-art laboratories in West London. Candidates will be self-motivated with experience in cell-based and flow cytometry assay development. This position offers an excellent opportunity for an innovative and creative scientist to contribute to a growing pipeline of assets in a highly dynamic environment focused on developing cutting-edge cellular therapies.
Key Responsibilities
• Contribute to the implementation and development of new assays.
• Run high level cytometry assays routinely.
• Analyse and report data.
• Maintain and QC flow cytometry equipment.
• Assist colleagues with flow cytometry equipment use.
• Inventory management of reagent stocks.
• Prepare precise technical summaries.
• Prepare analytical plans, validation reports, SOPs and other important documents.
• Manage, organise and ensure appropriate storage of key data Presents data at departmental meetings.
• Work independently as well as co-operatively as part of a team to drive projects to key milestones.
• The post holder may be asked to take on general laboratory management tasks aligned with their expertise
Demonstrated skills and competencies E – Essential P – Preferred Experience Experienced in multi-parametric flow cytometry or equivalent technology at least 2 years’ experience (E)
Experienced in the use of flow cytometry analysis-based platforms (FlowJo, BD Diva, FCS Express) (E)
Experienced with primary cell culture and cell lines (P)
Experience working with clinical samples including Whole blood, PBMCs, Drug product and apheresis (P)
Experience in GcP, GScP (P) Excellent organisational skills with the ability to present results clearly and logically (E)
Committed to delivery high quality work within a fast-paced work environment (E) Able to contribute to a culture that embraces scientific excellence, integrity and continuous improvement (E)
Work well with others in a cross-functional capacity with other members of the Translational Medicine team (E)
Ability to identify and implement solutions (E)
Expertise in mammalian cell culture (P) A good understanding of cell biology and/or immunology (P)
Experience working in a laboratory in a Pharmaceutical or Biotechnology company (P)
Qualifications
• BSc in a relevant discipline
• MSc in relevant discipline
• Relevant lab-based experience
