Assay Development Research Scientist
7 days ago
PicturaBio is a rapidly growing biotechnology company specializing in the development of instant pathogen tests using advanced microscopy and machine learning. Our technology is based on six years of research in the Department of Physics at the University of Oxford.
Job DescriptionWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Assay Development Scientist to join our development team. The successful candidate will play a key role in the development, optimization, and validation of biology that underpins our future rapid multi-pathogen testing platform.
Key Responsibilities- Design, perform, and analyze experiments to develop and optimize assay protocols.
- Troubleshoot equipment and methods to ensure efficient development of the assay.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to test and optimize sample consumables and ensure seamless integration with the assay hardware.
- Liaise with external partners to gather validated data and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Validate selected pathogens in controlled laboratory conditions.
- Analyze, interpret, and summarize results for presentation at internal meetings.
- Contribute to discussions and share research findings with colleagues.
- Document research findings clearly in an electronic lab notebook.
- Assist in producing and collating procedures, guidelines, and reports.
- Prepare project plans and reports.
- Contribute to general laboratory duties.
- Ability to work flexibly and collaboratively to meet changing project demands.
- Maintain best practice, quality standards, and accurate record-keeping.
- Stay up-to-date with new technologies and protocols and support their implementation.
- Communicate effectively with all members of the company and with collaborators.
- PhD or MSc (with a minimum of four years of laboratory experience) in a biology, bioengineering, biomedical sciences, or biophysics-related discipline.
- Expertise in fluorescence microscopy.
- Practical experience of assay development in an industrial or product development environment.
- Broad knowledge of biological sciences with an emphasis on imaging pathogenic systems.
- Capacity to execute tasks independently to achieve company goals on an established timeline.
- Superb communication, organization, attention-to-details, multi-tasking, adaptability, and teamwork skills.
- Knowledge of and appreciation for laboratory safety procedures.
- Enthusiasm to work in a dynamic research environment.
- Ability to design and perform experiments such as real-time PCR and protein purification.
- Expertise in fluorescence labeling techniques.
- Expertise in microorganism immobilization techniques.
- Expertise in handling and preparing pathogen samples for imaging.
PicturaBio is located in Oxford, UK, and offers a competitive salary and benefits package.
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