Lab Chemist

Circa £40,000 plus benefits (depending on level of qualifications and experience)

Biotage is a Global Impact Tech Company committed to solving society’s problems. We offer workflow solutions and products to customers in drug discovery and development, analytical testing and water and environmental testing. Biotage is contributing to sustainable science with the goal to make the world healthier, greener and cleaner – HumanKind Unlimited.

ATDBio, now part of Biotage, is an oligonucleotide synthesis provider specialising in the synthesis of high-quality modified oligonucleotides, with labs in Southampton and Oxford. Our oligonucleotides are used in some of the world’s most important companies and universities, in the fields of genetics, genomics, molecular biology, biochemistry, biotechnology, nanotechnology and therapeutics.

We are currently recruiting for an Oligonucleotide Synthesis Chemist to join our team in Southampton, supporting the production of high-quality modified oligonucleotides. The role involves carrying out cutting-edge oligonucleotide synthesis, purification and analysis, in addition to other laboratory work, following rigorous protocols to ensure that high standards of quality are met.

The successful candidate will have at least an undergraduate degree in chemistry or higher (PhD preferred). Experience working in a chemistry laboratory (in academia or industry) is essential.

Candidates will have experience in a broad range of laboratory disciplines, including:

• HPLC and mass spectrometry
• proven ability to work well both individually and as part of a small team
• ability to work methodically and with precision, maintaining a neat and clean environment.
• ability to keep accurate electronic laboratory records
• excellent spoken and written English
• experience with ISO 9001 is desirable but not essential

Experience in nucleic acid chemistry or oligonucleotide synthesis is desirable but not required. Full training will be provided.

How to Apply

Please apply by submitting your CV and a covering letter, highlighting any desirable skills you may have that are relevant for the position.

By the start of employment, the successful candidate must have, and be able to demonstrate, permission to work in the UK.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Life insurance
• Private medical insurance
• Sick pay
• Store discount

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Yearly bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Southampton, SO17 1BJ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (required)

Experience:

• Laboratory: 1 year (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: One location

Application deadline: 12/03/2023
Reference ID: Oligonucleotide Synthesis Chemist