Lead Chemist for Innovative Solutions

3 weeks ago

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Sphere Fluidics Limited Full time

Position: Lead Chemist for Innovative Solutions

Department: Research and Development

Compensation: £55,000 - £65,000 annually

Reports to: Science Director

Job Type: Full Time / Permanent

Company Overview: Sphere Fluidics Limited is at the forefront of single-cell analysis and isolation technologies. We are seeking a dynamic and collaborative Lead Chemist to enhance our expanding team.

About Sphere Fluidics:

With over a decade of scientific and engineering expertise, our innovative platforms originated from the University of Cambridge. We specialize in assisting researchers in identifying their most crucial cells. Utilizing our advanced picodroplet microfluidic technology, we provide high-throughput solutions for single-cell isolation and analysis across various fields, including biologics discovery, cell engineering, and synthetic biology. Join us in our mission to think big while working small.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead a team of chemists in the development of innovative reagents and applications for our microfluidic droplet-based single-cell analysis platforms.
  • Drive business growth by enhancing the application, performance, and cost-effectiveness of our reagent systems.
  • Develop high-value reagents and synthesis techniques that comply with stringent environmental regulations.
  • Oversee all chemistry development activities and collaborate with the Operations team to ensure smooth transitions to manufacturing.
  • Manage the chemistry development laboratory, ensuring adherence to the highest scientific and safety standards.

Main Duties:

  • Create novel, high-performance reagent systems for droplet-based microfluidic single-cell analysis.
  • Establish scalable synthesis routes for reagent manufacturing and support their transition to production.
  • Define robust material specifications and develop assessment techniques to ensure quality during manufacturing.
  • Collaborate with the biology team to design innovative solutions for assay development.
  • Provide leadership and mentorship to the chemistry team, fostering growth and alignment with business objectives.
  • Monitor industry trends and regulatory changes affecting our operations.

Qualifications:

Essential:

  • PhD in Chemistry or a related field with a focus on droplet microfluidics.
  • Proven expertise in droplet chemistry and the development of stable, biocompatible emulsions.
  • Experience in chemical synthesis, purification, and characterization techniques.
  • Strong background in assay development, particularly fluorescence-based assays.
  • Familiarity with analytical techniques such as HPLC, MS, NMR, and spectroscopy.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead reagent design and development projects.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and a collaborative mindset.

Desirable:

  • Experience in biological assay kit design.
  • Understanding of biopharmaceutical discovery processes.
  • Knowledge of cell biology and related assay techniques.

Personal Attributes:

  • Strong communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical information.
  • Ability to inspire and develop team members.
  • Well-organized with a focus on process improvement.
  • Proactive in driving change and implementing new ideas.

Benefits:

  • 25 days of annual leave plus public holidays.
  • Employee Share Options (EMI Scheme).
  • Company pension scheme with contributions.
  • Life Insurance and Critical Illness Cover.
  • Private Medical Insurance.
  • Health Cash Plan.
  • Group Income Protection.
  • Employee Assistance Program.
  • Cycle to Work scheme.
  • Opportunities for professional development.
  • Long Service Bonus.
  • Flexible working hours to promote work-life balance.

Equal Opportunities: Sphere Fluidics Limited is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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