Scientist II In Vitro Biology
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Job Summary
For 75years Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery development and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. When you join our family you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe. Whether your background is in life sciences finance IT sales or another area your skills will play an important role in the work we return well help you build a career that you can feel passionate about.
Are you a keen scientist that has experience working with primary human immune cells
Does drug discovery float your boat
Have you got the desire to join a global contract research organisation that improves health and lives and offers you career development opportunities
As a Scientist within our In-Vitro Biology team based in Portishead youll be tasked to work under supervision on a variety of integrated drug discovery projects through the application of practical scientific knowledge to execute different lab-based techniques. This role is an initial 12 month fixed term contract.
- Run a wide range of immunological assays using techniques such as flow cytometry IncuCyte MACS sorting culture and differentiation of primary cells and cell lines ELISA Luminex TR-FRET and ex-vivo tissue processing.
Prepare data analysis and reports for issue where conclusions/future directions have clear scientific rationale. Appropriate next steps are included as applicable.
Assist in innovation projects which produce traceable marketing material.
Skills & Experience
- As a minimum a BSc with a biological focus.
Proven industrial lab experience.
A dynamic and flexible approach towards achieving objectives and meeting challenging deadlines is required as is the ability to communicate confidently and concisely.
Being able to work to tight timelines and the ability to modify workflow.
Good communication and organisational skills.
Proficient in IT.
It would be advantageous but not essential if you have:
An MSc in a relevant discipline
Skills and understanding of flow cytometry cancer immunology and sample handling.
Hepatitis B Vaccinated.
Complex immunology experience.
Demonstrable practical skills in executing biological assays in a pharma/biotech/CRO environment.
Previous industry experience in the labs ideally from pharma/CRO/biotech.
A very comprehensive benefits package from day one including a generous pension contribution and flexible health benefits.
Access to great discounts via our CREDS discount scheme.
Global opportunities and strong career progression.
The chance to work on several varied projects and liaise globally and nationally with other business areas.
To be able make a difference to health and wellbeing of people.
To continue your own career growth.
Parental leave.
Group Life Assurance and Group Income Protection.
Remote GP access 24/7.
Well being support and initiatives.
Cycle to work scheme.
About Discovery
Discovery from Charles River is industry-proven in the successful development of novel therapies with over 350patents and 80preclinical drug candidates delivered to our sponsors in the past 17 years. Backed by more than 650 scientists our comprehensive integrated portfolio employs the latest technology and platforms to provide chemistry biology and pharmacology services that support clients from the earliest stages of hit identification all the way through to IND. Our client-focused collaborative approach creates true partnerships that anticipate challenges overcome obstacles and move us forward together on the journey of getting new drugs to market.
About Charles River
Charles River is an early-stage contract research organization (CRO). We have built upon our foundation of laboratory animal medicine and science to develop a diverse portfolio of discovery and safety assessment services both Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and non-GLP to support clients from target identification through preclinical development. Charles River also provides a suite of products and services to support our clients clinical laboratory testing needs and manufacturing activities. Utilizing this broad portfolio of products and services enables our clients to create a more flexible drug development model which reduces their costs enhances their productivity and effectiveness to increase speed to market.
With over 20000 employees within 110 facilities in over 20 countries around the globe we are strategically positioned to coordinate worldwide resources and apply multidisciplinary perspectives in resolving our clients unique challenges. Our client base includes global pharmaceutical companies biotechnology companies government agencies and hospitals and academic institutions around the world.
At Charles River we are passionate about our role in improving the quality of peoples lives. Our mission our excellent science and our strong sense of purpose guide us in all that we do and we approach each day with the knowledge that our work helps to improve the health and well-being of many across the globe. We have proudly supported the development of 86% of the drugs approved by the FDA in 2021.
At Charles River Laboratories we recognize and recruit all talent. We are a company committed to the principle of diversity and inclusion and work daily in this direction.
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