Associate Scientist

2 weeks ago


Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Newcells Biotech Ltd Full time

At Newcells Biotech, our vision is to transform drug discovery by providing best in class _in vitro_ models that most accurately predict _in vivo_ outcomes. We have unique capabilities in the development and commercialisation of 2D and 3D _in vitro_ assays and work with global pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies to provide important data on safety, pharmacology and efficacy of new therapies. Our key focus is on kidney, retinal and lung models.

**What we are looking for**:
**We are a team and company that values and are excited by**:

- Solving challenging problems that make a difference
- Transparency and honest communication
- Valuing and harnessing diversity
- Scientific excellence and rigour
- Well-being and personal growth

**We want to attract talented individuals who share our passion and we offer**:

- Personal development opportunities, training and opportunity to publish
- Participation in a performance-based bonus scheme
- Regular company team building events
- Cycle to work scheme/healthy snacks/wellbeing online support service
- Flexible working policy and 25 days holiday per annum on top of bank holidays

**Key Activities and Responsibilities**
- Working within an agile team to contribute towards the development, optimisation, and validation of robust techniques, protocols and assays for commercial and R&D projects
- Working within a team executing routine, non-routine and multiple, varied tasks
- Working within and across assay teams to simultaneously contribute to developmental work and deliver bespoke customer projects
- Ensuring accurate and traceable record keeping in line with company policies and project-specific requirements
- Accountability for the accurate technical execution of the projects
- Contributing towards the management of day-to-day operations of the laboratory including: stock availability, equipment maintenance and safety documentation

**Person Specification**

**Essential**
- Previous industrial laboratory experience in running cell-based assays
- Prior mammalian cell culture experience and a strong understanding of aseptic techniques
- Experience in cell & molecular biology techniques, including flow cytometry, plate reader-based assays, qPCR, Western Blotting, immunofluorescence and fluorescence microscopy
- Self-motivated and demonstrate ability to efficiently learn new laboratory techniques and the ability to be flexible and prioritise workloads accordingly
- Dedicated team player with excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent organisation skills, including maintenance of accurate and traceable records
- Track-record of contributing in a team environment
- Demonstrate ability to work independently, develop and implement work plans
- Proficiency in IT systems (Microsoft Office including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint) and statistical analysis
- Ability to work in a flexible manner including weekend working, depending on the demand of client-driven projects

**Desirable**
- Experience in _in vitro_ drug discovery, toxicology and pharmacology
- Experience in renal models and/or renal physiology and/or pharmacology
- Experience In primary cell culture derived from whole tissue
- Experience of working within formal quality management environment

**Application Process**

, Permanent

Location: Central Newcastle upon Tyne, UK.

**Salary**: £27,000.00-£30,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

- Performance bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Newcastle upon Tyne, NE4 5BX: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Education**:

- Bachelor's (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Molecular Biology: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 28/07/2023


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