Senior Research Associate-Cell Line Development

Laboratory Solutions are working with a rapidly expanding biotech based in Cambridge who have a Global reach in the US and they are looking to expand their Cell Line Development team. If you are a Research Associate looking to move up to a Senior Research Associate level then check out the job spec below-

Responsibilities:

• Perform stable cell line development projects in a timely manner.

Each project includes construction of expression vectors, transfections, selection of clones, extensive mammalian cell culture, cryopreservation and cell line clonality 

• Data analysis and data recording in electronic lab notebook to insure full traceability 
• Quantification of recombinant proteins
• Writing working instructions and technical reports
• Prepare presentations and communicate the results to the team
• Liaise and coordinate CLD projects with Process Development and Process Analytical groups
• Optimize, evaluate and implement novel methods and technologies for process improvement
• Participate at laboratory tasks as maintenance of equipment, ordering 
• Understand and adhere to corporate standards regarding code of conduct, safety, appropriate handling of materials, controlled drug, GxP compliance, where applicable

 
Qualifications:

• MSc in molecular biology, biotechnology, biochemistry or related discipline with a few years of relevant preferably industry experience 
• Molecular biology skills (PCR, vector construction, Northern blot) 
• Practical knowledge of working with mammalian cell culture techniques 
• Practical experience in developing stable cell lines is a bonus
• Experience with automation in cell culture and product analysis (FACS, Octet, Biacore) is highly desirable

Profile:

• Ability to work to tight deadlines whilst maintaining a good attention to detail
• Enjoys some repetition of tasks/projects
• Good analytical skills
• Outstanding organizational and multi-tasking skills; ability to manage several projects/cell lines simultaneously and to adjust to changing priorities
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Good communication skills and ability to share experience with others 

This is a permanent role, an exciting time to join this company as they are innovative and not afraid to push the boundaries!