Hobson Prior are currently looking to recruit a highly motivated Research Scientist with previous Biotechnology/industry experience to assist in the establishment of assays to test the potency and functionality of novel FDC's. You will have the opportunity to join a leading biotech organisation who are focused on the treatment of solid cancers.

Please note that to be considered for this role you must have the right to work in this location.

Job Responsibilities:

• Accountable 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.
• Assist in the maintenance of laboratory equipment and reagent supplies.
• Troubleshoot problems and work autonomously.
• To take responsibility for execution of single projects.
• You will be accountable 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:

• Effective cross-functional interaction with other members of the team.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Good attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritise and deliver projects on time.

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.
• FACS Analysis and Fluorescence Microscopy.
• 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 admirable.

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