Target Validation Scientist
Description
Target Validation Scientist
Location – Cambridge
Duration – 9 month Fixed Term Contract
Our client is an early stage drug development company based in Cambridgeshire. They currently have a position available for an experienced scientist to join the company on a 9-month Fixed Term Contract (FTC).
The position will be supporting the target validation team in the development of new high-throughput assays. This will include:
· Building complex high-throughput cellular assays for screening purposes
· Driving research projects to meet agreed objectives.
· Problem-solving assay development through different platforms and formats
· Presenting and reporting on research
Suitable applicants will ideally be:
· Previous industry experience in the development of cell-based assays for high-throughput screening
· Experience with 96- and 384-well screening plates (HTRF, immunofluorescence)
· Experience with mammalian cell culture
· Good protein chemistry and molecular biology techniques including cloning and amplification
· Educated to PhD level in a relevant biological discipline (or MSc with equivalent industry exposure).
· Strong communications skills and ability to present research succinctly
In return, my client offers a competitive salary and an opportunity to work in an innovative company within the heart of the UK Science Sector.