Analytical Scientist

Job Title of Vacancy:

Analytical Scientist

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary / Benefits

£25-30,000 dependent on experience

Job Elements: -

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  Working on novel drug formulations, the position will involve the use of a broad range of analytical techniques including HPLC, UPLC and SEC, Mass spectrometry, CD spectroscopy and NMR; coupled with in vitro bioassays such as antibody-binding & blockade or ELISA assays with colourimetric, fluorescence or luminescence-based end-points.


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  Routine use of analytical instruments, including LC, SEC, MS, CD and in vitro bioassays to characterize pharmaceutical & biopharmaceutical samples


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  Set-up & perform new bioassays to characterize structure & function of protein-based biopharmaceuticals


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  Report writing and interpretation of data for internal purposes and for external research partners


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  Provide clear and frequent communication of results, sample status and equipment readiness

The ideal candidate will have:

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  The successful candidate will be familiar and have practical experience of the techniques listed above, and be confident in synthesizing, interpreting and reporting raw data.


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  Practical experience of preparing and analyzing proteins will be beneficial.


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  Familiarity with early stage pharmaceutical development is desirable.


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  Minimum education level: - Degree in Biochemistry or other related subject


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  Industrial experience: - Experience in a relevant industrial setting is required.

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