Analytical Scientist II
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[Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] is seeking an Analytical Scientist II to join a growing team focused on advancing cell and gene therapy bioprocessing. In this role, you will contribute to the development of innovative biopolymers and cutting-edge analytical tools that are shaping the future of advanced therapies. You’ll work in a collaborative lab environment, focusing on designing, executing, and interpreting experiments using affinity-based analytical methods like Bio-Layer Interferometry (BLI) and Surface Plasmon Resonance (SPR). This position offers the opportunity to play a key role in method development, optimization, and validation across interdisciplinary projects.
Responsibilities:
- Perform experiments to measure binding interactions using BLI and SPR techniques.
- Develop, optimize, and troubleshoot analytical methods to support research and development programs.
- Act as a subject matter expert for BLI and SPR, providing guidance and best practices to the team.
- Support broader analytical activities, including characterizing polymers and biomolecules using additional techniques.
- Analyze data, document findings, and maintain high scientific standards.
- Plan and execute experiments while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
- Prepare technical reports, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and work instructions.
- Assist in transferring methods to manufacturing or quality control functions.
- Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure compliance with safety and documentation standards.
- Contribute to innovation through new method development, automation, and digitalization initiatives.
Key Skills and Requirements:
- Background in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, or a related field.
- Hands-on experience with affinity-based analytical tools such as BLI, SPR, or similar platforms.
- Ability to independently design experiments, analyze data, and present findings clearly.
- Strong communication skills and proficiency in standard software tools.
- Knowledge of laboratory safety and documentation standards.
- Experience with Octet or Biacore systems, particularly in biologics or cell and gene therapy applications.
- Familiarity with polymer analysis or biomolecular interaction characterization.
- Understanding of regulated environments like ISO13485 or GMP.
- Exposure to complementary biophysical methods such as Flow Induced Dispersion Analysis (FIDA).
For more information, please contact Sam Gibbons.
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