Bioprocess Scientist

onenucleus; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A biotechnology startup based in Cambridge is looking for a motivated Bioprocess Scientist to enhance their fermentation and process development efforts. This role requires expertise in optimizing bioprocesses for recombinant proteins using creative problem-solving skills in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will work on innovative projects involving non-canonical amino acids and contribute significantly to the company's growth trajectory in biotechnology.

Qualifications

• Experience with bioprocess optimisation and scale-up is preferred.
• Understanding of non-canonical amino acids is a plus.
• Strong background in biotechnology or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Optimise and scale up bioprocesses for recombinant proteins.
• Collaborate with team members on fermentation processes.
• Contribute to the commercial roadmap with innovative solutions.

Skills

Microbial cultivation

Protein expression

Creative problem-solving

Job description

Constructive Bio is a VC-backed biotechnologystartupbased in Whittlesford, Cambridge.Our unique technology turns living cells into biofactories, creating sustainable new materials and therapeutics. With full control of the genetic sequence and code, we are exploring chemical space previously unreached by natural biology.

We are seeking a highly motivated and innovative Bioprocess Scientist to join our dynamic fermentation and process development team. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge biotechnological research, combining technical expertise with creative problem-solving in microbial cultivation, protein expression, and characterisation. You will play a key role in optimising and scaling up bioprocesses to produce recombinant proteins and peptides containing non-canonical amino acids,, with a focus on our proprietary recoded E. coli strain, Syn61. This work is central to our commercial roadmap, offering strong visibility across the company and clear opportunities for professional growth.