Development Scientist - Clinical Bioassay

Oxford

3 weeks ago

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CK Group are recruiting for a Development Scientist with clinical sample bioassay validation expertise, to join a growing biotechnology company on a permanent basis to be based in Oxford. This role will be fully on-site and a great opportunity to take responsibility in a fast-paced environment, working within an interdisciplinary team, to develop new cancer treatments.

The Role:

Contributing to strategic R&D goals, the successful candidate must be proactive with experience working to GCLP/GCP as you will be supporting and performing in the development, qualification, validation of bioassays and clinical samples. An exciting time to join a growing biotech and be part of a dynamic team contributing to the translation of early stage oncolytic virus products through to clinical development.

Your responsibilities will include:

Performing bioassay development, validation experiments and patient sample analysis under GCLP.
Management and performance of sample processing.
Timely delivery of biomarker lab data for clinical trials.
Your Background:

Degree qualified (MSc/ PhD) with industry experience in clinical bioassay validation (essential), analysis, and clinical sample management in the industry setting.
Up-to date GCLP certifications.
Hands on sample management expertise.
Technical experience on cell culture, qPCR, RNA/DNA extractions, ELISA and cell-based assays.
In-vivo work experience, ideally within oncology (eg. mice bearing human tumours) and working with patient samples (DESIRABLE).
Benefits:

Bonus.
Pension.
Private Medical Insurance.
Flexible working hours.

Apply:

It is essential that applicants hold entitlement to work in the UK. Please quote job reference (Apply online only) in all correspondence.

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