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Senior Scientist – Bioanalysis

CY Partners
City of London
4 days ago
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Senior Scientist – Bioanalysis


Permanent Position


Paying up to £48,000 + Bonus + Benefits


Based in North London



Are you an experienced scientist with expertise in bioanalytical methods, with a particular focus on plate based assays e.g. ELISA?


Would you like to work within the Research and Development (R&D) team of a reputable scientific organisation, making a direct difference to patients’ lives across the globe?



My client, a leader in delivering high quality, biological pharmaceutical products is seeking a Senior Scientist – Bioanalysis to join their successful R&D team in London. In this role you will lead R&D projects focused on advancing biological therapies, whilst also providing technical expertise and managing a small team of scientists.


This is an exciting opportunity to join a knowledgeable team of scientists striving to make a positive and long lasting impact on patients’ lives across the globe.



Key Responsibilities of theSenior Scientist – Bioanalysisinclude:


  • Lead Research and Development projects through acting as the project lead and point of contact.
  • Deliver R&D projects in line with agreed timelines, updating internal and external stakeholders on study progress.
  • Develop and optimise Bioanalytical methods.
  • Design, execute and analyse experiments in line with R&D deliverables.
  • Act as a technical expert within Bioanalysis, providing guidance and advice to colleagues as needed.
  • Manage a small team of scientists, identifying development opportunities and driving career progression.
  • Ensure compliance with Health and Safety guidelines, SOP’s and regulatory requirements e.g. GLP and GMP.
  • Accurately record and present scientific results through the completion of laboratory records, written reports and presentations.



To be considered for theSenior Scientist – Bioanalysis, you will need the following skills and experience;


  • PhD, MSc or BSc in a relevant life science discipline e.g. Biochemistry, Biological Science, Molecular Biology etc., or equivalent working experience.
  • Significant experience with bioanalytical methods e.g. plate based assays such as ELISA, gel electrophoresis, SDS-Page, protein analysers etc. including method optimisation and development.
  • Strong foundation of scientific knowledge across protein purification and characterisation / analysis methods.
  • Prior experience in managing and/or leading a team, including supporting personal development.
  • Prior experience delivering R&D projects within an industry (pharma / biopharma) environment would be highly advantageous.
  • An agile mind-set, happy working within a fast-moving R&D environment with evolving priorities.
  • The ability to deliver to deadlines and take a proactive approach to problem solving.
  • Excellent communication skills, a collaborative approach and a personable nature to support relationship building within the broader team and key stakeholders.



Please apply online or contact Katie-May Kress at CY Partners for more information.



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The recruiter has stated that all applicants for this job should be able to prove that they are legally entitled to work in the UK. CY Partners Recruitment Ltd, trading as CY Partners is an Employment Business/Agency.

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