QCS Staffing
Associate Scientist/Research Scientist
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Associate Scientist/Research Scientist - UK - 12 months
We are looking for an experienced Associate Scientist/Research Scientist for a fantastic 12-month contract based in the UK.
You will be supporting our client who are a global biopharmaceutical organisation committed to improving the lives of people afflicted with neurological and immunological disease.
This is a superb opportunity if you are looking to advance your experience in the field with a supportive and innovative company that will put you first.
What You’ll Do
- Design, plan, and execute upstream process development studies with minimal supervision.
- Apply QbD and DoE approaches to process optimisation and characterisation.
- Perform mammalian cell culture experiments using shake flasks, Ambr® systems, and laboratory-scale bioreactors.
- Analyse and interpret experimental data using appropriate statistical approaches.
- Generate accurate, high-quality scientific data and documentation.
- Collaborate with Cell Line Development, Analytical Sciences, Downstream Development, Manufacturing and external partners.
- Represent Upstream Process Sciences in cross-functional project teams.
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What You’ll Need
- MSc in Biotechnology, Biochemical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Bioprocess Engineering, or related discipline.
- BSc with relevant industrial experience.
- Experience in mammalian cell culture and biologics process development.
- Hands-on experience with CHO cell culture and therapeutic protein production.
- Experience operating Ambr® and/or laboratory-scale bioreactor systems.
- Knowledge of cell culture scale-up principles and process characterisation.
- Experience applying DoE and statistical data analysis tools.
- Strong scientific problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Experience with automation, digital tools, and data management systems.
- Understanding of GMP, data integrity, and quality requirements.
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