Research Assistant

2 weeks ago

Cambridge, United Kingdom Astrea Bioseparations Ltd Full time

Astrea Bioseparations has long been established as an expert in affinity chromatography and bioseparations, providing services for ligand design adsorbent development, large scale adsorbent manufacture to GMP standards and GMP-ready pre-packed columns. The company is uniquely positioned as an ideal partner for biopharmaceutical and plasma derived therapeutics.

The company is now entering an exciting new growth phase of its evolution, having recently been acquired by private equity, through a life sciences tools platform created to build a leading player in next-generation bioprocessing for advanced therapies by acquiring or investing in high-potential businesses with outstanding technology and accelerating their growth.

The Research Assistant (Analytics) will work with a diverse team of scientists and will have the help and supervision of other analytical scientists. You will be responsible for the execution of experiments related to Research & Development projects, helping in the development of methodologies and techniques necessary for the completion of the experiments, accurate record keeping, and reporting of results.

As an Research Assistant (Analytics) you will be responsible for running routine analyses of samples submitted by all R&D teams and at times QC samples for final products. The role will involve both large and small molecule analytics, using methods such as HPLC and Mass Spec.

Key responsibilities will include:

- Performing analytics runs
- Record keeping, writing and reporting
- Participation in project-specific and general meetings
- Routine equipment maintenance
- Upholding health and safety requirements
- Other related duties/responsibilities as required or assigned by the supervisor.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience
- BSc in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Analytical Chemistry or related field.
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: Up to £30,899.00 per year

Additional pay:

- Performance bonus

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Private dental insurance
- Private medical insurance
- Sick pay
Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
Application question(s):

- What are your salary expectations?

**Education**:

- Bachelor's (required)
Work authorisation:

- United Kingdom (required)

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