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Analytical Scientists

Employer
Oxford BioMedica (UK) Limited
Location
Oxford
Salary
Competitive
Start date
13 Mar 2019
Closing date
11 Apr 2019

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Discipline
R & D , Scientific
Hours
Full Time
Contract Type
Permanent
Experience Level
Graduate

Job Details

Our recent successes are driving significant growth. As such, we are looking for a Analytical Scientists to join our Process R&D team.  The purpose of this role is to be responsible for delivering effective analytical services in support of process and product development of gene-based medicines being manufactured by Oxford BioMedica. As an Analytical Scientist you will work closely with scientists and engineers within Process R&D, Analytical Services Group and Manufacturing Sciences & Technology (MSAT) to execute process development projects aligned to internal business needs and/or collaborative projects with external partners.

Key responsibilities and accountabilities:       

The successful candidate will be expected to:

  • Be responsible for co-ordinating and executing the analytical support activities for all assigned process development projects.
  • Carry out multiple laboratory-based assays each week and to complete the data processing for these assays in a timely manner.
  • Learn and implement laboratory techniques and demonstrate excellent levels of accuracy and quality.
  • Support the implementation of new process and analytical technologies
  • Share scientific knowledge through regular team meetings and presentations.
  • Support other upstream and downstream process development activities which may be adherent or bioreactor cell culture based.

Key skills and requirements:

  • An undergraduate degree (or equivalent-level qualification) in a Life Sciences or Biotechnology-related subject
  • Good aseptic techniques
  • Knowledge of general cellular and molecular biology laboratory techniques
  • Practical experience of a range of bioprocess analytical techniques (such as cell-based assays, FACS based assays, nucleic acid extractions, qPCR, SDS PAGE, Western blot analysis, ELISA, HPLC, etc.)
  • The ability to work in a high paced team environment and to, meet challenging deadlines
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as in a team setting
  • Strong written and verbal skills

 Desirable attributes:

  • A practical background in mammalian cell culture
  • An understanding of bioprocess development, the manufacture of biopharmaceuticals
  • Experience of working with lentiviral vectors would be an advantage
  • The ability to trouble-shoot analytical methods and equipment and experience of working in a cGMP environment

 Person Specification:

You will be involved in supporting the Process R&D activities, which primarily involves the testing of process related samples for process development & optimisation, characterisation, scale-up and comparability studies but may also extend to assay evaluations, sample stability, assay validation and method development.

No agencies please

Company

Oxford Biomedica is a quality and innovation-led viral vector CDMO that enables its clients to deliver life-changing therapies to patients around the world. One of the original pioneers in cell and gene therapy, Oxford Biomedica has more than 25 years of experience in viral vectors, the driving force behind the majority of gene therapies.  

Cell and gene therapy is the treatment of disease by the delivery of therapeutic genetic material (DNA or RNA), into a patient’s cells. One highly effective approach to delivering genetic information is to re-engineer existing viruses to be safe delivery vehicles (vectors) to insert the genetic material into patients’ cells. This can be achieved either by directly administering the vector to the patient (often referred to as in vivo gene therapy), or by first introducing the genetic material to cells or tissue outside of the body, before administering the cells or tissue into the patient (often referred to as ex vivo gene therapy or gene-modified cell therapy).  

Oxford Biomedica collaborates with some of the world's most innovative pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, providing viral vector development and manufacturing expertise in lentivirus, adeno-associated virus (AAV) and adenoviral vectors. Oxford Biomedica's world-class capabilities span from early-stage development to commercialisation. These capabilities are supported by robust quality-assurance systems, analytical methods and depth of regulatory expertise. 

Oxford Biomedica, a FTSE4Good constituent, is headquartered in Oxford, UK. It has locations across Oxfordshire, UK and near Boston, MA, US. Learn more at www.oxb.comwww.oxbsolutions.com, and follow us on LinkedInTwitter and YouTube

Life at Oxford Biomedica

We value everyone’s unique contribution, we appreciate everyone’s individuality, and every job matters.

Your contributions are recognised and appreciated. Your work-life balance matters. We recognise, develop and use your strengths. It’s a place where you are valued as a whole person, as an individual and as part of a team.

No matter who you are, or what you do, your work will make a significant difference.

We go the extra mile, every day, because we truly care. We work together as a team to achieve our life changing therapies. Our talented colleagues help to build other people’s futures, so can you. We empower each other to be our best.

We have access to like-minded scientists and engineers, working in the latest technologies.

Our community of experts create new life-saving cures. Shaping the business’ future through collaboration. Our people are on a continuous professional development journey aided by a thought-provoking environment. A place for experts to be stretched, and future experts to be nurtured. We inspire creativity and deliver great science, and so can you.

Our supportive culture invites talent, while creating future innovators.

We’ll give you a place where you can learn, grow and contribute to the future of cell and gene therapy. We create opportunities and invest in our people, promoting ongoing learning.  Our defined career pathways provide opportunities for everyone to achieve their career potential.  We make a difference, and so can you.

Company info
Website
Telephone
+44 (0) 1865 783 000
Location
Windrush Court
Transport Way
Oxford
OX4 6LT
United Kingdom

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