R&D TECHNOLOGIST | CAMBRIDGESHIRE | (PAYE CONTRACT - Approx.
6 months)
A global biopharmaceutical organisation are currently recruiting for an R&D Technologist to join their facility based in the Cambridge area on a contract basis (PAYE) for approximately 6-months.
Sitting within the Cell Expression R&D team, the role will involve working on projects that create novel CHO cell lines and gene expression platforms.
Key responsibilities include:

• Culture mammalian cell lines in flasks and small-scale bioreactors


• Generate mammalian expression vectors using state of the art assembly techniques


• Explore innovative ideas to optimise the cell line construction process, including the use of automation equipment


• Collate, analyse, evaluate and sign-off data


• Presentation of results in written and oral reports

To be considered for the role candidates must have a BSc/MSc Degree in Life Sciences / Science / Molecular Biology, along with a proactive attitude, practical experience within industrial or academic settings, with relevant mammalian cell culture techniques.
Experience with CHO suspension cultures is preferable and familiarity with implementation / development of automation equipment would also be highly advantageous.
In order to apply for this role please forward your CV to melissa@blackfieldassociates.com or call Melissa on +44 (0) 2392 322 306 for further details.

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