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 or £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.

• 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.

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.

Apply:

For more information, or to apply for this Upstream Research Scientist role, please contact the Key Accounts Team on 01438 870011 or email pharmacontracts@talentmark.co.uk. Please quote reference 202 166.

It is essential that applicants hold entitlement to work in the UK.

Please note: This role may be subject to a satisfactory basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.