Scientist/Senior Scientist – Downstream Processing
2 months ago
Why this role is important for CPI’s
workCPI has an exciting opportunity for a Scientist / Senior Scientist with expertise in downstream processing (DSP) to join a growing team based at the Wilton Centre, Redcar. The role is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the research and development and scale-up of processes across multiple market segments including biopharmaceutical, food & feed, agritech, and healthcare.
As a Scientist / Senior Scientist – DSP, you will deliver technical projects, working across multidiscipline teams including fermentation, microbiology, quality, operations, and engineering. The team also works on scale-down DSP models, continuous improvement, identifying new technologies and championing new ideas to increase CPI’s DSP capabilities year on year. Within this role you will have the opportunity to develop knowledge on multiple DSP technologies across a variety of projects, from laboratory scale-down development through to demonstration scale at 10,L. The variety of projects and associated bioproducts across multiple markets, ensures a diversity of downstream processes with no two processes the same, to support our clients towards commercialisation.
Some exciting projects the team have recently worked on are:
AZOTIC TECHNOLOGIES: Developing a natural nitrogen-fixation technology for agriculture
OXFORD BIOTRANS: Developing a scalable process for proprietary enzyme production
The Role:
Scientist
Key tasks in the role will include (but are not limited to the below), please download the job description for full details available on the CPI careers page:
To build and maintain a network of relevant internal stakeholders, to represent self and the wider team as a credible professional in networks and groups (SS2). To keep self up to date with developments in areas relevant to role, and/or legislative and SHE related changes as communicated by senior colleagues, ensuring understanding of these and any associated new best practice, methods, or techniques. To support in Business Development and Bid Proposal activities, to contribute to proposal / project development and direct customer engagement (SS2). To present and formally report experimental conclusions and supporting data for internal peer review and submission to clients, to agreed timescales and standards. To actively engage in hazard studies / SRA studies and discussions, as appropriate to role level. To set up, plan and execute experimental / pilot scale runs and analyse, interpret, and report the results of these within agreed timescales and quality standards, and in accordance with project / client requirements. To be responsible for providing clearly documented records of technical data, decisions, methodologies, calculations and software use in an agreed format. To take ownership in agreeing weekly workplans with line manager, project manager(s) and other relevant stakeholders, and delivering plan to agreed schedule. To be responsible for the maintenance and calibration of equipment to ensure it operates in a safe and efficient manner and is available to meet customer needs. To take responsibility for general housekeeping of technical areas, to contribute to a safe and healthy workplace.Senior Scientist
Key tasks in the role will include (but are not limited to the below), please download the job description for full details available on the CPI careers page:
To design, develop and scale-up downstream processes for the separation/purification of bio-based feedstocks and the use of relevant analytical techniques. Development, optimisation, scale-up and characterisation of primary recovery/separation-based processing methods such as centrifugation, cell disruption and filtration. Development, optimisation, scale-up and characterisation of isolation-based processing methods such as chromatography and tangential flow filtration techniques. Development, optimisation, scale-up and characterisation of drying techniques such as freeze, spray and fluidised bed drying. To contribute to the continuous design and technical expertise of downstream processing within the DSP team via internal projects to increase knowledge/capability for greater client offering. With guidance from experienced DSP members to be responsible for the planning, execution, and on-time delivery of these projects. To work within the technical area of Wilton laboratories performing experimental work and generating technical data for downstream development programmes in line with CPI strategy and collaborative R&D/commercial demand. To work between the laboratory, pilot/demonstration facilities at Wilton & other business areas / technology teams (i.e., biologics and formulations) to deliver internal and external projects. To contribute to the efficient operation of the DSP laboratory at Wilton via input to laboratory and equipment maintenance programmes. To provide support to senior colleagues to develop technical plans for internal and external R&D/commercial projects.
The person we are seeking
Scientist:
It is essential that you are either educated to a minimum level of HNC/Foundation degree (or equivalent) in a Scientific/Engineering discipline with relevant industrial experience, or alternatively, educated to Degree in one of these disciplines with relevant industrial experience.
Due to the varied nature of projects at CPI, experience of working in one or more of the following biotechnology sectors is essential: food & feed, agritech, healthcare & biopharmaceuticals. You should also:
Possess technical expertise in downstream processing as well as evidence of technical problem solving. Hold experience of process development and carrying out data analysis. Hold experience of performing techniques for the purification of biobased feedstocks (for example centrifugation, filtration, and chromatography) and protein analysis (for example HPLC methods, SDS PAGE & ELISA technologies) Have theoretical and practical knowledge in Biochemistry, Biological Separation/Purification, Biochemical Engineering and relevant analytical techniques. Understand the biochemistry across a range of different biological products including proteins, lipids, carbohydrates & platform biochemicals. Have experience of application of techniques for the analysis of these biological products Have experience of downstream processing unit operations at laboratory scale. Hold an understanding of application of experimental design and statistical concepts to experimental work.Senior Scientist:
It is essential that you are either educated to a minimum level of HNC/Foundation degree (or equivalent) in a Scientific/Engineering discipline with relevant industry experience at senior level, or alternatively, educated to Degree in one of these disciplines with significant industry experience.
Due to the varied nature of projects at CPI, experience of working in one or more of the following biotechnology sectors is essential: food & feed, agritech, healthcare & biopharmaceuticals. You should also:
Possess significant, technical expertise in downstream processing as well as a compelling evidence of complex technical problem solving. Hold experience of process development and carrying out data analysis. Hold wide experience of performing techniques for the purification of biobased feedstocks (for example centrifugation, filtration, and chromatography) and protein analysis (for example HPLC methods, SDS PAGE & ELISA technologies) Have experience of leading technical development projects and can provide examples of actively building cross-team and business area collaboration to achieve desired results. Have theoretical and practical knowledge in Biochemistry, Biological Separation/Purification, Biochemical Engineering and relevant analytical techniques. Understand the biochemistry across a range of different biological products including proteins, lipids, carbohydrates & platform biochemicals. Have experience of application of techniques for the analysis of these biological products Have experience of downstream processing unit operations at lab and pilot/demonstration scale. Hold an understanding of application of experimental design and statistical concepts to experimental work.
What does CPI offer you?
At CPI, we offer a wide range of benefits to our employees, this includes:
Up to 36 days holiday, including bank holidays – Plus a holiday purchasing scheme Generous pension scheme Life assurance and accident insurance schemes Flexible working Learning and Development Opportunities Free parking-
Redcar, Redcar and Cleveland, United Kingdom CPI Full timeJob Title: Scientist/Senior Scientist – Downstream ProcessingCPI is seeking a highly skilled Scientist/Senior Scientist to join our team in Downstream Processing. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for delivering technical projects, working across multidiscipline teams, and contributing to the research and development of downstream...
-
Redcar, Redcar and Cleveland, United Kingdom CPI Full timeJob Title: Scientist/Senior Scientist – Downstream ProcessingCPI is seeking a highly skilled Scientist/Senior Scientist to join our team in Downstream Processing. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for delivering technical projects, working across multidiscipline teams, and contributing to the research and development of downstream...
-
Redcar, Redcar and Cleveland, United Kingdom Centre for Process Innovation Limited Full timeJob Title: Scientist/Senior Scientist, Technology DevelopmentCentre for Process Innovation Limited is seeking a highly skilled Scientist/Senior Scientist to join our Technology Development team. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for delivering technical projects, working across multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative bioprocesses and...
-
Redcar, Redcar and Cleveland, United Kingdom Centre for Process Innovation Limited Full timeJob Title: Scientist/Senior Scientist, Technology DevelopmentWe are seeking a highly skilled Scientist/Senior Scientist to join our Technology Development team at Centre for Process Innovation Limited. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for delivering technical projects, working across multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative...
-
Redcar, Redcar and Cleveland, United Kingdom Centre for Process Innovation Limited Full timeJob Title: Scientist/Senior Scientist, Technology DevelopmentWe are seeking a highly skilled Scientist/Senior Scientist to join our Technology Development team at Centre for Process Innovation Limited. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for delivering technical projects, working across multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative...
-
Redcar, Redcar and Cleveland, United Kingdom Centre for Process Innovation Limited Full timeJob Title: Scientist/Senior Scientist, Technology DevelopmentWe are seeking a highly skilled Scientist/Senior Scientist to join our Technology Development team at Centre for Process Innovation Limited. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for delivering technical projects, working across multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative...
-
Redcar, Redcar and Cleveland, United Kingdom Centre for Process Innovation Limited Full timeJob Title: Scientist/Senior Scientist, Technology DevelopmentWe are seeking a highly skilled Scientist/Senior Scientist to join our Technology Development team at Centre for Process Innovation Limited. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for delivering technical projects, working across multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative...
-
Redcar, Redcar and Cleveland, United Kingdom Centre for Process Innovation Full timeAbout the RoleCPI is a leading technology innovation centre that helps turn great ideas into reality. As a Scientist/Senior Scientist, Technology Development, you will be part of a multidisciplinary team working on cutting-edge projects in biotechnology, fermentation, and purification.Key ResponsibilitiesDeliver technical projects, collaborating with teams...
-
Redcar, Redcar and Cleveland, United Kingdom Centre for Process Innovation Full timeAbout the RoleCPI is a leading technology innovation centre that helps turn great ideas into reality. As a Scientist/Senior Scientist, Technology Development, you will be part of a multidisciplinary team working on cutting-edge projects in biotechnology, fermentation, and purification.Key ResponsibilitiesDeliver technical projects, collaborating with teams...
-
Redcar, Redcar and Cleveland, United Kingdom Centre for Process Innovation Full timeAbout the RoleCPI is a leading innovation centre that accelerates the development and commercialisation of innovative products. We're seeking a highly skilled Scientist/Senior Scientist to join our team and contribute to the development of cutting-edge biotechnology solutions.Key ResponsibilitiesDeliver technical projects across multidisciplinary teams,...
-
Commercial Scientist
4 weeks ago
Redcar, Redcar and Cleveland, United Kingdom Hyper Recruitment Solutions Ltd Full timeWe are currently seeking a skilled Analytical Scientist to join our team at Hyper Recruitment Solutions Ltd. As a key member of our separation science team, you will be responsible for developing and validating methods using a range of samples from various clients.This is an exciting opportunity for a scientist with a strong chromatography background to work...
-
Data Scientist
2 months ago
Redcar, Redcar and Cleveland, United Kingdom ZipRecruiter Full timeJob OpportunityData Scientist£60,000Hybrid (Leeds)We are seeking a skilled Data Scientist to contribute to the development of high-impact machine learning models in the logistics and supply chain space. As part of a retail company, you will work closely with a team to design and build models for demand forecasting and supply chain optimization.Key...
-
Data Scientist
2 months ago
Redcar, Redcar and Cleveland, United Kingdom ZipRecruiter Full timeJob OpportunityData Scientist£60,000Hybrid (Leeds)We are seeking a skilled Data Scientist to contribute to the development of high-impact machine learning models in the logistics and supply chain space. As part of a retail company, you will work closely with a team to design and build models for demand forecasting and supply chain optimization.Key...
-
Senior Climate Change Specialist
3 weeks ago
Redcar, Redcar and Cleveland, United Kingdom ADVANCE TRS Full timeAbout the Role:ADVANCE TRS is seeking a highly skilled Senior Climate Change Scientist to join their Climate and Sustainability team. This role is based in the Saltaire office, but can also be carried out from another office, with occasional travel to Saltaire required.The team works across various disciplines including decarbonisation, climate change...
-
Process Technologist
5 months ago
Redcar, United Kingdom Centre for Process Innovation Full time**About **CPI**: CPI helps make great ideas and inventions a reality. We’re a team of intelligent people using advances in science and technology to solve the biggest global challenges in healthcare and sustainability. Through our incredible people and innovation infrastructure, we collaborate with our partners in industry, academia, government, and the...
-
Process Technologist X 3
5 months ago
Redcar, United Kingdom Centre for Process Innovation Full time**About **CPI**: CPI helps make great ideas and inventions a reality. We’re a team of intelligent people using advances in science and technology to solve the biggest global challenges in healthcare and sustainability. Through our incredible people and innovation infrastructure, we collaborate with our partners in industry, academia, government, and the...
-
Healthcare Scientist
4 weeks ago
Redcar, Redcar and Cleveland, United Kingdom The Good Food Institute, Inc. Full timeAbout CPICPI is a leading innovation infrastructure that accelerates the development and commercialization of innovative products. We collaborate with industry, academia, government, and the investment community to turn great ideas and inventions into reality.The RoleThis is a highly varied role with every day being different and challenging. You will work...
-
Scientific Researcher
4 weeks ago
Redcar, Redcar and Cleveland, United Kingdom Hyper Recruitment Solutions Ltd Full timeWe are seeking an experienced Scientist to join our team at Hyper Recruitment Solutions Ltd. As an LC MS expert, you will be responsible for developing and validating analytical methods using a range of samples from various clients.This is an exciting opportunity for a scientist with a strong background in chromatography to work in a dynamic separation...
-
Scientific Researcher
4 weeks ago
Redcar, Redcar and Cleveland, United Kingdom Hyper Recruitment Solutions Ltd Full timeWe are seeking an experienced Scientist to join our team at Hyper Recruitment Solutions Ltd. As an LC MS expert, you will be responsible for developing and validating analytical methods using a range of samples from various clients.This is an exciting opportunity for a scientist with a strong background in chromatography to work in a dynamic separation...
-
Scientific Researcher
4 weeks ago
Redcar, Redcar and Cleveland, United Kingdom Hyper Recruitment Solutions Ltd Full timeWe are seeking an experienced LC MS Scientist to join our team at Hyper Recruitment Solutions Ltd. As a key member of our separation science team, you will be responsible for developing and validating analytical methods using a range of samples from various clients.This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled scientist with a strong background in...
