biologist

Senior Scientist – Synthetic Biology

Location: Cambridge

Contract: Full-time and permanent

Sector: Biotechnology

Salary: DOE £32,000 - £50,000

Our client is an innovative biotechnology company based outside of the centre of Cambridge. They have built a platform to synthesis DNA which provides exciting possibilities for ensuring cheaper, faster and more accurate DNA / gene constructs than traditional plasmid-based methods. They also have a range of early phase therapeutic products in their portfolio. In a key phase of their growth, our client is looking to onboard a highly experienced synthetic biologist on a full-time and permanent basis.

The Opportunity

This is an opportunity for an experienced scientist who has a strong background in synthetic biology, gene expression/editing in a range of bacterial and mammalian cell types who is looking for the next step in their career. As a Senior Scientist you will be responsible for:

• Genetic modification and engineering of various cell lines (bacterial and mammalian) using techniques including CRISPR-Cas9.
• Conducting general molecular biology experiments for a range of gene therapy / gene synthesis projects.
• Plan, refine and execute experiments which align with overall project plans.
• Work individually and collaboratively within the R&D teams.
• Attending and participating in company training and meetings.
• Troubleshooting new assays.

Skills and Experience Needed

The ideal candidate will have the following:

• PhD in a biological discipline + industry experience (ideal), or a BSc/MSc + several years’ of industry experience in gene expression.
• Synthetic biology / gene editing expertise (CRISPR, TALENS, side-directed mutagenesis)
• Expertise in gene construct creation (primer design, transfection, bacterial cell culture, plasmid amplification, DNA cloning etc) (essential).
• Expertise in other molecular biology techniques including PCR (essential)
• Experience in troubleshooting and developing laboratory protocols (desired)
• Experience of AAV / nanoparticles within a drug delivery setting (desired)
• Experience of primary cell culture (desired).
• Excellent communication skills (essential).
• The Package

As an up-and-coming Cambridge Biotech, our client is able to offer a competitive salary, progression options and benefits package including private pension and private health insurance.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £32,000.00-£50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted or free food
• Free flu jabs
• Free parking
• Gym membership
• Life insurance
• On-site gym
• On-site parking
• Private dental insurance
• Private medical insurance
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: CC-SnrSynthBiol