Senior Scientist

1 month ago

Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Abercorn Sinclair Full time
Job Title: Senior / Project ScientistJob Summary

Abercorn Sinclair is seeking a highly skilled Senior/Project Scientist to join our team in Edinburgh. As a key member of our research and development team, you will be responsible for leading the development, optimization, and validation of analytical techniques for our products and processes.

You will work closely with our fermentation and process development teams to develop assays to characterize novel products and feedstocks. Your expertise in analytical chemistry, biochemistry, and biotechnology will be essential in ensuring the quality and safety of our products.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and optimize robust analytical methodologies for the characterization of biological products and feedstocks.
  • Work closely with internal stakeholders to scope, design, and deliver technical projects with defined success criteria under tight timelines.
  • Drive improvements of our analytical capabilities by identifying and implementing new techniques and technologies.
  • Complete COSHH and risk assessments to ensure safe handling of hazardous chemicals.
  • Present and formally report experimental conclusions and supporting data for internal peer review.
  • Disseminate protocols and train colleagues to carry out novel assays through a mix of written SOPs and practical training.
  • Work with a multidisciplinary team of staff within our AGILE project framework to deliver company objectives.
  • Maintain and troubleshoot analytical instruments, performing preventative maintenance and repairs where necessary.
  • Assist our Quality team with routine product testing for specification sheets and product release.
  • Contribute to stability studies to assess product shelf life and degradation.
Requirements
  • Proven experience of Gas Chromatography and High-Performance Liquid Chromatography method troubleshooting, development, and validation.
  • Working knowledge of ELISA and other biochemical assays.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Leadership skills within and across multidisciplinary teams, particularly ability to communicate and translate technical ideas to varying levels of understanding.
  • Use of Design of Experiments for process optimization.
  • Strong data analysis skills and experience with DataApex Clarity chromatography software.
  • Experience actively challenging and influencing projects and teams to drive results.
  • Experience of line management, training, and supervision of technical staff.
  • Knowledge of basic cell and molecular biology techniques and working understanding of aerobic fermentation.
About Abercorn Sinclair

Abercorn Sinclair is a rapidly growing award-winning biotechnology company dedicated to developing scalable, sustainable solutions. We are committed to making a positive impact on the environment and are seeking driven individuals who share our vision.

We offer a competitive salary, benefits, and the opportunity to work with a talented team of professionals. If you are a motivated and experienced Senior/Project Scientist looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply.

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