Snr Scientist I - Assay Development & High-throughput Screening | 12 months FTC

Immunocore Ltd; Oxford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - GBP 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative biotechnology company is seeking a Senior Scientist I to lead assay development and high-throughput screening. This role offers the chance to leverage your expertise in biologics to solve complex scientific challenges while collaborating with a dynamic team. You'll develop transformative T cell engager medicines and streamline drug discovery processes. Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to advancing medicine and making a difference in patients' lives. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking therapies in a supportive and diverse environment.

Qualifications

• PhD in a scientific discipline with 2-5 years of related experience.
• Experience in biologics assays and automation systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement high-throughput automated assays.
• Analyze and communicate experimental results effectively.

Skills

Biologics Assays

Automation (Liquid Handlers)

Functional Cell Assays

Problem Solving

Team Collaboration

Effective Communication

Education

PhD in Scientific Discipline

MSc or BSc with Equivalent Experience

Tools

High-throughput Screening Methodologies

Automation Systems

Job description

Job Details: Snr Scientist I - Assay Development & High-throughput Screening | 12 months FTC

Full details of the job.

Vacancy Name: Snr Scientist I - Assay Development & High-throughput Screening | 12 months FTC

Vacancy No: VN618

Employment Type: Fixed Term

Location of Role: Oxford, UK

Key Responsibilities:

• The primary purpose of this role is to leverage strong working knowledge of assay development and high-throughput screening to solve day-to-day problems while developing expertise in related areas.
• Develop and implement high throughput, automated assays for the discovery of transformative T cell engager medicines.
• Identify and build innovative, state-of-the-art assays to identify and assess the functional properties of potential candidate therapeutics.
• Liaise with Drug Discovery and automation scientists to streamline drug discovery.
• Independently identify, design, develop, and validate state of the art assays for assessment of target binding and functional properties of T cell engager molecules.
• Work alongside automation expert to build and maintain high-throughput assay capability.
• Analyse, interpret and effectively communicate experimental results, recommendations and plans to project teams.
• Maintain a good understanding of state-of-the-art and emerging biologics drug formats and the assays used for characterisation.
• Contribute to identifying, evaluating, building, and applying innovative assays and streamlining drug discovery processes.
• Troubleshoot and identify resourceful, relevant solutions for complex scientific challenges.
• Contribute to internal and external collaborations.
• Provide technical training to team members where required.
• Follow Good Laboratory Practice and adhere to Immunocore health and safety policies.

Education, Experience and Knowledge:

• Essential Qualifications:
• Normally requires a PhD in a scientific discipline and a minimum of 2-5 years related experience; may include post-doctoral experience.
• MSc degree or BSc degree with extensive role-specific equivalent research or industrial experience.
• Essential Experience, Knowledge & Abilities:
• Experienced in performing biologics assays.
• Experienced in use of automation e.g. liquid handlers.
• Experienced in use of functional cell assays for biologics.
• Track record of solving scientific problems creatively.
• Track record of collaborating and contributing as a project team member.
• Effective communication of scientific concepts and findings.
• Preferred Experience, Knowledge & Abilities:
• Experience in scripting and troubleshooting of automation systems.
• Experience with high-throughput screening methodologies.
• Experience in biologics drug discovery.
• Track record of evaluating innovative solutions to improve processes.

About the Company:

Immunocore (NASDAQ: IMCR) is a pioneering, commercial-stage T cell receptor biotechnology company whose purpose is to develop and commercialize a new generation of transformative medicines which address unmet patient needs in oncology, infectious diseases and autoimmune disease. Our leaders in R&D are internationally recognised as some of the biotech industry’s most successful drug developers.

At Immunocore, we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. We value the unique contributions each person brings to our team. By embracing Science, Trust, Respect, Integrity, Diversity, and Entrepreneurship (STRIDE), we create an environment where collaboration thrives, ideas flourish, and transformative changes happen. We are dedicated to developing breakthrough therapies that transform patients’ lives, advancing medicine, and supporting one another in these pursuits.

Immunocore is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.