Production Scientist

Are you seeking a stimulating and fulfilling role in an innovative manufacturing and R&D facility LGC Genomics and Diagnostics is the place to be!

We are currently seeking a Production Scientist to join The Native Antigen Company Production Team at our Kidlington Oxford location. This outstanding opportunity will allow you to be at the forefront of scientific innovation contributing to groundbreaking research and development projects.

As a Production Scientist you will primarily be based within our Purification and Reagents department supporting a range of activities including DNA extraction KASP/ BHQ manufacturing protein purification and PCR based workflows. While your main focus will be KASP and BHQ manufacturing there may be opportunities and business needs that require you to support and receive cross-training in other areas including bacterial production protein purification cell culture product aliquoting and quality control testing. You will also assist with inventory management database maintenance and the receipt of incoming shipments. Comprehensive training will be provided to support your development and broaden your laboratory skills and expertise.

Responsibilities

• Mastermix production and PCR testing
• DNA extraction
• Protein purification
• Support the following areas as required:
  •  Production of bacteria at laboratory and manufacturing scale
  • Generate and purify recombinant proteins using established laboratory processes.
  • Perform plasmid cloning and support scale-up activities for recombinant production.
  • Suspension and adherent cell culture
• Prepare aliquot label and package products in accordance with approved procedures.
• Perform quality control assays and accurately record and report results.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and support stock control activities.
• Manage laboratory databases and ensure production and quality records are maintained.
• Receive inspect and process incoming materials and shipments.
• Undertake cross-training in additional production and quality activities to support business needs and personal development.

Qualifications :

• Educational background in a science-related field or relevant practical lab experience
• Zeal for progressing technologies to elevate patient outcomes
• Dedication to our core principles: Passion Curiosity Integrity Brilliance and Respect

Seize this chance to become part of a group of passionate experts dedicated to creating a positive influence on the world. Submit your application now and embark on the initial stage towards a fulfilling career at LGC!

Additional Information :

ABOUT LGC: 

LGC is a leading global life science tools company providing mission-critical components and solutions into high-growth application areas across the human healthcare and applied market segments. Its high-quality product portfolio is comprised of mission-critical tools for genomic analysis and for quality assurance applications which are typically embedded and recurring within our customers products and workflows and are valued for their performance quality and range. 

OUR VALUES

• PASSION
• CURIOSITY 
• INTEGRITY
• BRILLIANCE
• RESPECT

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES 

LGC strongly believes that every job applicant and employee should be valued for their individual talents regardless of age disability race colour ethnic or national origin sex sexual orientation gender reassignment marital or civil partnership pregnancy or maternity religion or belief. Short listing interviewing and selection will always be carried out without regard to gender sexual orientation marital status colour race nationality ethnic or national origins religion or belief age or trade union membership.

For more information about LGC please visit our website 

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time