Senior Scientist Molecular Biology jobs

Bioarchitech is a small biotechnology company developing cancer immunotherapies based on oncolytic viruses and self-amplifying RNA (saRNA) technologies. We are seeking a Senior Scientist with hands-on immunology expertise to drive the production, characterisation, and evaluation of our immunotherapies. This is an opportunity to work in a very small team and therefore have exposure to many aspects of a small biotech company. Reporting directly to Head of Platform Development and working closely within a small R&D team, you'll play a key role in advancing our preclinical development programmes.

You will have a doctorate degree (or equivalent experience) in immunology, molecular biology, microbiology or related biological science. The role is laboratory-based and it is essential that you have experience in using mammalian cell culture and immunological assays such as flow cytometry. Experience working with viruses would be desirable. You will keep careful and accurate records in an electronic notebook so that your results may be published in the future and be referenced by regulatory authorities. All applicants must provide a CV including contact details for at least two referees which we will only contact if shortlisted for interview. The post will be for a Senior Scientist or Scientist depending on experience.

The company is located at the Wood Centre for Innovation, Headington, Oxford. Access by public transport or cycle is strongly encouraged as car parking is not readily available.

Benefits: 5% of salary employer pension contribution. 25 days holiday per year + bank holidays, company share option scheme, cycle to work scheme.

Qualifications and experience:

• Must have a PhD or equivalent experience in Immunology, Molecular Biology, Virology, or a related biological science.
• Demonstrated experience in data analysis, visualisation, and statistical interpretation (e.g., GraphPad Prism, FlowJo) and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).
• At least 3 years’ experience with mammalian cell culture and immunological assays.Preferably have experience of working with viruses
• Proven ability to design, organise, and run research projects independently

Tasks and Responsibilities:

• To design, plan and carry out experimental research into testing of recombinant vaccinia virus and saRNA, including production methods, cloning of recombinant viruses, in vitro testing of immunotherapies.
• To measure the infectivity, stability and titre of batches of recombinant vaccinia virus.
• To perform common laboratory techniques including cellular assays, RNA or DNA purification, PCR, qPCR, ELISA, ELISpot, Incucyte imaging, basic microscopy, flow cytometry.
• To produce and maintain cell lines using sterile techniques.
• To develop detailed written protocols suitable for transfer to contract research organisations and contract manufacturing organisations.
• To participate in and prepare presentations for scientific meetings.
• Keep accurate, audit-ready records (day books and electronic systems) to support future publications and regulatory submissions.
• To carry out support functions when required (e.g., metrology, cleaning, material receipt, data checking).
• To assist in the day to day running of the laboratory such as maintaining stocks of consumables, liaising with suppliers for quotations and sample storage spreadsheets.
• To ensure that all work is performed in compliance with company health and safety policies and current legislation.
• To attend training courses (if any) as may be required.
• To share and work effectively with other team members.
• To perform other duties as required by the company management.

Pay: £40,000.00-£50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Sick pay

Education:

• Bachelor's (required)

Experience:

• biology related research: 3 years (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person