Senior Scientist I/II (Immunology)

Axis Bio Services Ltd; Limavady; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A Northern Ireland-based contract research organization is looking for a motivated Senior Scientist I/II specializing in immunology to lead laboratory projects. The role involves designing experiments, mentoring junior staff, and managing immunology projects for R&D and clients. Essential qualifications include a PhD in Immunology or a related field and practical experience with immune cells. The position offers a salary between £35,000 and £45,000, a supportive culture, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Professional development opportunities

Flexible working hours

Support for staff wellbeing

Qualifications

• PhD in Immunology, Cellular Biology or a related discipline or equivalent industry experience.
• Practical experience in working with immune or other human/animal primary cells.
• Confident in immune cell culture techniques and a range of immunology assays.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage cell-based immunology projects for internal R&D and client work.
• Design, optimise, and validate assays to measure immune cell activity.
• Train and mentor junior staff in relevant skills and techniques.

Skills

Immune cell culture techniques

Project management

Assay design and validation

Cytokine measurement

Flow cytometry

Education

PhD in Immunology or related discipline

Job description

Axis Bioservices

Job Advertisement: Senior Scientist I/II (Immunology)

Location: Limavady

Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

Contract: Full-time

About Axis Bioservices

Axis Bioservices is a Northern Ireland-based contract research organisation (CRO) supporting pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies worldwide. We provide advanced assay development, pre‑clinical testing, and laboratory services designed to meet the highest scientific standards. We are expanding into cellular immunology and therapeutic evaluation and are looking for an experienced scientist to join the team.

The Role

We are seeking a motivated Senior Scientist with a background in immunology or cell biology to lead laboratory projects. You will design and deliver experiments assessing immune cell function and therapeutic effects, help develop new assays, and mentor junior scientists. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a collaborative, innovative setting supporting cutting‑edge healthcare research.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage cell‑based immunology projects for internal R&D and client work.
• Design, optimise, and validate assays to measure immune cell activity and responses.
• Ensure results are delivered accurately, on time, and in compliance with internal procedures.
• Train and mentor junior staff in relevant skills and techniques.
• Present findings to clients and stakeholders in written and verbal formats.

Essential Criteria

• PhD in Immunology, Cellular Biology or a related discipline (or equivalent industry experience).
• Practical experience in working with immune or other human/animal primary cells.
• Confident in immune cell culture techniques (primary cells and cell lines) and a range of immunology assays, such as cytokine measurement, T‑cell activation or proliferation assays, cytotoxicity assays, and immune cell profiling by flow cytometry.
• Experience in experimental design, optimisation, and troubleshooting of molecular assays.
• Strong organisational and project management skills.

Desirable Criteria

• Experience in cancer immunology, translational immunology, or therapeutic evaluation.
• Experience working in a CRO, biotech, or pharmaceutical environment.
• Evidence of mentoring or training team members.
• Scientific outputs such as publications or conference presentations.

Salary & Benefits

• £35,000 – £45,000 per annum (commensurate with experience)
• Company pension scheme
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Flexible working hours (where possible)
• Supportive and collaborative working culture

  Application Process

  To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your experience in immunology or relevant cell biology and how you meet the essential and desirable criteria.

  What We Offer

  We will help you build a career with a progressive and dynamically growing company by providing full on‑site training, 8% combined pension contribution scheme, flexible working hours, a healthcare package and service‑driven staff benefits including private medical cover. We support staff wellbeing and have initiatives to support your physical and mental health.