Senior Protein Scientist – Mammalian Expression
Description
Senior Protein Scientist – Mammalian Expression
Location – Oxfordshire
Sector – Pharmaceutical Drug Discovery
Our client is a global drug discovery & development company and due to continued company expansion they are now seeking an experienced Senior Protein Scientist to join the Structural Biology team. Based in their Oxfordshire facility the role will be focussed on protein expression (mammalian cells) for the development of novel small molecule drugs.
The role requires an experienced research scientist to work on both independent and team projects. This includes:
- Contributing to the design and execution of laboratory experiments to progress research projects
- Deliver research results within defined timelines and to project objectives
- Preparation of laboratory reports and deliver presentations on research findings.
Suitable applicants will have:
- Experience and practical experience working with mammalian protein expression systems.
- Experience with growing and transfecting suspension HEK293, Expi293 and CHO cells, from 3 ml to 10L
- Strong research back ground focussed on drug discovery and development
- Ideally educated to PhD or MSc (coupled with industry experience), specialising in Biochemistry or related scientific discipline.
- Experience managing own projects and delivering on project timelines.
In return, my client offers an opportunity to work in a diverse research environment supporting in unique drug discovery projects. They offer a competitive salary package which will be based on skills and experience, along with company benefits package and excellent career development opportunities.