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Cell and Molecular Biologist

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Solihull, Solihull, United Kingdom Touchlight Full time
Cell and Molecular Biologist Job Description

About Touchlight

Touchlight is a pioneering biotechnology company that is revolutionizing the field of genetic medicines. Our innovative DNA technologies have the potential to transform the lives of millions of people worldwide.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Cell and Molecular Biologist to join our Research and Development team. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and testing novel technologies and analytical platforms for therapeutics based on our proprietary DNA technologies.

Key Responsibilities

  • Work collaboratively with our multidisciplinary team to drive forward our new DNA technologies
  • Develop and maintain R&D cell assays/platforms to support the characterization and advancement of our DNA technologies
  • Optimize the performance of our genetic platforms through molecular and cell culture improvements
  • Test, validate, and enhance our new and emerging platforms in clinically relevant cell types
  • Characterize the biological responses to our proprietary DNA molecules in primary cells
  • Accurately record, analyze, and communicate experimental findings in electronic laboratory notebooks and presentations

Requirements

  • PhD qualification and/or equivalent relevant industry experience within the Life Science sector
  • Agile and strongly analytical mindset
  • Collaborative and highly adaptable, with a willingness to research and discuss novel scientific ideas and solutions
  • Exceptional attention to detail and meticulous organizational skills
  • Strong experience with culturing challenging mammalian cell types, preferably immune cells like primary human T cells
  • Demonstrated knowledge in mammalian cell manipulation and analysis techniques, including chemical transfection and electroporation

Preferred Qualifications

  • Proven hands-on ability in solving molecular biology problems
  • Knowledge of a wide range of techniques for DNA assembly, including InFusion and Golden Gate cloning
  • Familiarity and preferably hands-on experience with genome engineering approaches such as CRISPR

Why Join Touchlight?

We offer a dynamic and entrepreneurial work environment, with a competitive benefits and remuneration package. Our company values diversity and inclusion, and we encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

Equal Opportunities Employer

We are an equal opportunities employer and aim to build a workforce that is truly representative of the communities in which we operate and our customers.