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Cell and Molecular Biologist

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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 Description

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.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in mammalian cell biology and experience in culturing challenging mammalian cell types, including primary human T cells. You will also have expertise in DNA manipulation and analysis, including PCR, gel electrophoresis, and genome engineering approaches such as CRISPR.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Work within a multidisciplinary team to drive forward Touchlight's new DNA technologies
  • Maintain and continuously develop R&D cell assays/platforms to support the characterisation and advancement of Touchlight's DNA technologies
  • Work on optimising the performance of our genetic platforms through molecular and cell culture improvements
  • Test, validate and enhance Touchlight's new & emerging platforms in clinically relevant cell types
  • Characterise the biological responses to our proprietary DNA molecules in primary cells
  • Accurately record, analyse, 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 strong desire to research and discuss novel scientific ideas and solutions
  • Exceptional attention to detail and meticulous organisational 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; immunostaining, flow cytometry, and associated data analysis; genomic DNA extraction and sample preparation for qPCR/dPCR/NGS assays or similar

Preferred Qualifications:

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

Benefits:

Touchlight offers a competitive benefits and remuneration package, as well as a welcoming and entrepreneurial culture. We believe diversity drives innovation and strongly encourage applications from all backgrounds. We are an equal opportunity employer and aim to build a workforce that is truly representative of the communities in which we operate and our customers.

If you need reasonable adjustments at any point in the application or interview process, please speak with the HR team who will be happy to support you.