Research Scientist - In vitro

Responsibilities:Perform a range of biomarker assays and cell based in vitro assays to contribute to client studiesThe preparation of written study reports for in vitro studiesPerform tissue culture and expand cells appropriately to be used for in vitro and in vivo studiesTo liaise with other departments to schedule in work to fit in with deadlinesTo identify problems associated with their experiments and discuss and agree solutions with supervisor and other team membersTo be responsible for and ensure that the results of experiments are recorded accurately in a timely fashion to the required standardTo effectively communicate results to other members of the team or other functions as requiredTo learn and apply new scientific methods and show self-awareness regarding personal and technical training needsTo maintain an awareness of current developments in the scientific literature

Skills and requirements:BSc or equivalent in relevant subjectStrong understanding of cell-based in vitro assaysAbility to perform cell based assays accurately and reproduciblySignificant experience of Western Blot, qPCR, histology, and ELISAGood aseptic cell culture techniquesExperience of working in ISO 9001 environment desirableFlow cytometry experience desired but not essentialProficient in Microsoft Office and GraphPad Prism