Hobson Prior are currently working with a leading biotech organisation who are focused on the treatment of solid cancers. Our client is looking for a Research Associate - Cell Biology to join them on a 12-month contract basis in Stevenage.

Job Responsibilities:

• To conduct research experiments to support early candidate evaluation and subsequent selection.
• Ensuring all required documentation and experimental records are completed and approved in a timely manner, ensuring validity and reliability of data at all times.
• Development of new assays and analytical techniques to answer research questions or improve current techniques.
• Ability to prioritise and deliver projects on time.
• Assist in the maintenance of laboratory equipment and reagent supplies.
• Troubleshoot problems and work autonomously.
• Take accountability for execution of single projects.
• Responsible for adhering to all health and safety guidance, provided by the Company.
• Any other duties as required following consultation with the post holder.

Key Skills:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Good attention to detail.
• Effective cross-functional interaction with other members.

Requirements:

• BSc/MSci degree in Biology, Biochemistry or related discipline.
• A minimum of 3 years postgraduate experience in a biotechnology/industrial environment.
• Mammalian cell and tissue culture experience, working under aseptic conditions.
• Develop and execute cell-based assays (e.g., MTS, proliferation, ATP).
• Experience in analysis of antibodies and/or their drug-conjugates by binding assays such as BIACore SPR, ELISA, Flow Cytometry and other immuno-assays.
• Immunohistochemistry (IHC) and immunocytochemistry (ICC) experience.
• Experience with purification of antibodies from hybridoma cells lines and quality control.
• Experience of working in a busy laboratory environment is desirable.

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