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Upstream Research Scientist
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Upstream Research Scientist
Talentmark are recruiting for an Upstream Research Scientist to join a global pharmaceutical company on a contract basis initially for 12 months. This role is site based in Slough.
Company
Our client is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on creating value for people living with severe diseases in immunology and neurology now and into the future.
Salary
- From £22.40 per hour PAYE
- £30.81 per hour Umbrella
Upstream Research Scientist Role
- Plan and carry out lab studies to develop and improve upstream biologics processes.
- Use Design of Experiments (DoE) methods to test and fine-tune new processes.
- Run mammalian cell culture work using shake flasks, Ambr systems, and small-scale bioreactors.
- Support scale-up work, troubleshooting, and moving processes into manufacturing.
- Analyse results and write clear reports, protocols, and presentations for the team.
- Work closely with other departments and keep accurate lab records in line with GMP and quality standards.
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- A relevant science degree (e.g. biotechnology, biochemical engineering, molecular or cell biology) or a BSc with relevant industry experience.
- Hands-on experience with mammalian cell culture, ideally CHO cells, for producing protein-based medicines.
- Experience using Ambr systems or lab-scale bioreactors.
- Good understanding of scale-up principles and using data or statistics to assess processes.
- Strong problem-solving skills and awareness of GMP and data integrity requirements.
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