Research & Development Applications Scientist

Description:

R&D Applications Scientist

Location: Portsmouth

Hours: 39 hours a week, Monday to Friday

Contract: Temporary for approx 12 months

Salary: £45,000 per annum

Acorn by Synergie is currently seeking an experienced Research & Development Applications Scientist, required by their client, a leading global manufacturing and engineering company. This role offers full-time work on a temporary basis, working dayshifts.

This is an excellent opportunity to work for a forward-thinking company at the forefront of exciting discoveries! They encourage all voices to be heard and embrace different ideas, perspectives, and experiences.

What are we looking for?

BSc Degree of equivalent in related field, higher qualification desirable.
Experience in protein / virus characterisation using methods such as PCR, ELISA, Affinity.
Chromatography and Size Exclusion Chromatography is highly desirable.
Practical experience in mammalian cell culture is desirable.
Experience in new product development projects.
Familiar with R&D Applications Projects( feed stock development and characterisation)

Main responsibilities:

Responsible for analytical method development and cell culture to support new product development and R&D activities around therapeutic monoclonal antibodies and Gene Therapy viral vectors.
Develops deeper technical expertise in technology / process area of interest and helps to train other associates in these areas.
Demonstrate project management knowledge and capabilities based on training or past experience.
Works in a collaborative manner in cross functional teams. Proactively offering insights and solutions to problems.
Focused and results oriented, approaching the job with energy, demonstrates a 'can do' attitude.
Communicates effectively through technical reports, presentations and provides regular project updates
Contributes to invention disclosures, Cytiva publications and external technical journals.
Actively applies Lean/Operational Excellence activities as required.Responsible for developing and performing analytical techniques for the timely delivery of bioprocessing deliverables for the following project types:
Complies with all company policies and procedures, e.g. code of conduct and safety compliance.

What else do I need to know?

Temporary role for approx 12 months
34 days holiday after 12 weeks (inc Bank Holidays)
You'll be working within a secure and safe environment.
Free parking
Excellent subsidised onsite canteen
Excellent package for both temporary and permanent staff
No weekends: Monday - Thursday 8am - 4.30pm, Friday 8am - 3:30pm
Possible hybrid working considered
If you want to know more, contact Stuart at the Bournemouth office.

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