Biomedical Science jobs in Bristol

Job Overview:

We are seeking a Laboratory Assistant with a strong biochemistry background to help develop our biosensors for narcotics detection in breath. The ideal candidate will have excellent practical bio-lab skills with experience in handling, preparing and testing proteins with a variety of analytical tools, with the ability to learn fast and fit into a small multi-disciplined team.

This position offers the opportunity to be at the forefront of innovative sensor technologies while collaborating in a vibrant industrial and academic ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities:

• Protein analysis using spectroscopic techniques
• Sample preparation
• Fluorescence binding assays of proteins with ligands
• Management of protein stocks
• Development of measurement protocols and methodologies
• Protein purification, buffer exchanging, delipidation, refolding etc
• Data analysis and reporting

Education and experience:

• At least Masters level degree in biochemistry or related field, or significant commercial experience.
• Experience in a commercial R&D or testing laboratory environment.

Key skills:

• Excellent hands on lab skills
• Strong practical biochemistry background
• Experience in handling proteins, aptamers, or peptides
• Good understanding of spectroscopy techniques for protein analysis and possible issues
• Experience with PAGE analysis
• Good statistical knowledge
• Competent spreadsheet use and report authoring

Desirable skills:

• Experience of expressing proteins
• Software programming skills (VBA,Python, Labview etc)

What We Offer:

• Opportunity to work in Bristol, a thriving hub for innovation and engineering talent.
• A collaborative and supportive environment where your input and expertise will drive tangible results.
• Competitive compensation and benefits, with opportunities for career growth

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about creating cutting-edge sensor technologies and thrive in a hands-on, innovative environment, we’d love to hear from you! Submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and enthusiasm for this role.

Pay: £35,000.00-£45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Bristol BS2: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Relevant laboratory: 3 years (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person