Senior Scientist, CHO Cell Expression Platforms

Lonza; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biopharmaceutical company in Cambridge is seeking a Senior Scientist to contribute to developing next-generation CHO expression systems. This role involves hands-on laboratory work, focusing on designing mammalian expression vectors and engineering cell lines using advanced techniques. The ideal candidate will hold a PhD or MSc with relevant experience in R&D, showcasing strong skills in CHO cell line engineering, molecular biology, and collaboration. Join a diverse team dedicated to innovative therapies.

Benefits

Agile career development

Dynamic working culture

Inclusive and ethical workplace

Qualifications

• Strong technical expertise in CHO cell line development.
• Experience in transferring new technologies into GMP manufacturing environments.
• Working knowledge of experimental design and applied statistics.

Responsibilities

• Lead laboratory projects on mammalian cell expression systems.
• Engineer mammalian cell lines using CRISPR-based approaches.
• Mentor and support junior scientists in the lab.

Skills

CHO cell line engineering

Molecular biology techniques

Collaboration skills

Solutions-focused mindset

Education

PhD or MSc with relevant experience in R&D

Job description

A leading biopharmaceutical company in Cambridge is seeking a Senior Scientist to contribute to developing next-generation CHO expression systems. This role involves hands-on laboratory work, focusing on designing mammalian expression vectors and engineering cell lines using advanced techniques. The ideal candidate will hold a PhD or MSc with relevant experience in R&D, showcasing strong skills in CHO cell line engineering, molecular biology, and collaboration. Join a diverse team dedicated to innovative therapies.