Epsilogen is seeking an outstanding individual withprotein biochemistry expertise to join the company at an excitingtime in its development. The appointment will be at the seniorscientist level and, if successful, you will be part of a dynamicand innovative drug discovery team. This role requires accurate andprecise experimental design and execution in the areas oftherapeutic antibody discovery/characterization and antibodypre-clinical development. The role will be based at laboratoryfacilities in West London. To succeed, you will have a deepunderstanding of drug discovery and pre-clinical development gainedfrom a combination of academia and the biotech /pharma industryexperience. Ideally you will have a PhD qualification as well as atleast 4 years’ relevant post-doctoral experience. You must haveexcellent communication skills and the ability to workindependently. You will demonstrate acute attention to detail andbe fully familiar with current best laboratory practice. Epsilogenis run by a dedicated group of professionals with substantialmulti-decade experience of the biotechnology industry across allrelevant fields including therapeutic antibody discovery andengineering, cellular immunology, preclinical development,manufacturing, intellectual property creation and prosecution,clinical development, financing and business development. Thecompany is a pioneer within the burgeoning field ofimmuno-oncology, and you will have the opportunity to contribute tothe innovation of all aspects of the company’s pipeline andplatforms. Importantly, you will also benefit from exposure to thebroader activities of the company. Key responsibilities You willundertake laboratory work aimed at supporting product discovery andplatform development projects towards establishment of candidatesfor formal pre-clinical development. You will provide regularupdates and reports to management. Person specification A proventrack record of practical achievement in drug discovery andpre-clinical development, preferably associated with thedevelopment of therapeutic antibodies. You should have a PhD inbiological/biochemical science, or equivalent experience,preferably across academia and the biotechnology/pharmaceuticalindustry. Knowledge/Skills Understanding of thebiologic/pharmaceutical product discovery and pre-clinicaldevelopment process. Possession of a wide range of technicalskills, including molecular biology, construct design, proteinexpression from bacterial and mammalian host cells, mammaliantissue culture, protein purification using an Akta andcharacterisation (affinity determination, specificitydetermination, cell binding, thermodynamic characterisation etc.).Extensive experience using an Octet and a mammalian cell bioreactorare highly desirable. Behavioural attributes You must beprofessional, dedicated, and detail orientated. Able to collaborateacross the company. Excellent oral and written communication,interpersonal, and analytical skills. Able to work independentlyand you will be highly organized. Must be able to influence andmotivate people and teams. To apply submit a current CV and acovering letter to explaining your suitabilityfor the role. If you have not heard back from us within 4 weeks ofapplying, please assume that your application was not successful onthis occasion. We will only be contacting the candidates we wouldlike to interview. Likewise, if you have previously applied forthis position, please do not re-apply, as we already have yourdetails on file.