Biologics Production Scientist

Oxford Nanopore Technologies: Our goal is to bring the widest benefits to society through enabling the analysis of anything, by anyone, anywhere.

The company has developed a new generation of nanopore-based sensing technology for faster, information rich, accessible and affordable molecular analysis.

The first application is DNA/RNA sequencing, and the technology is in development for the analysis of other types of molecules including proteins.

The technology is used to understand and characterise the biology of humans and diseases such as cancer, plants, animals, bacteria, viruses, and whole environments.

With a thriving culture of ambition and strong innovation goals, Oxford Nanopore is a UK headquartered company with global operations and customers in more than 125 countries.

We are looking for a motivated and team orientated individual to join our Biologics Production area as a Biologics Production Scientist. This role mostly involves producing and assembling components for the various sequencing kits. The Details

The successful candidate will carry out daily production activities relating to kit and flowcell components. You will be responsible for kit vial labelling, material dispensing, kit packaging, stock monitoring and control. In addition, you'll also help with lab housekeeping, general use reagent preparation and supporting the production of Biologics components (buffers, protein, analytes etc.).

• Kit vial labelling
• Material dispensing
• Kit packaging
• Stock monitoring and control
• Lab housekeeping
• General use reagent preparation
• Supporting the production of Biologics components (buffers, protein, analytes etc.)

What We're Looking For

We'll expect you to have some hands on experience in a laboratory or manufacturing setting. In addition, you'll have A' Levels in Biology or Chemistry, advanced maths skills and a good understanding of scientific concepts. Knowledge of handling chemicals would also be advantageous.

• A' Levels in Biology or Chemistry
• Advanced maths skills
• Good understanding of scientific concepts
• Knowledge of handling chemicals

You have a good eye for detail, are an effective communicator and enjoy working as part of a team. Organisational skills and a systematic approach to work are essential. This role will suit someone who is quality and process driven, responsive to customer needs and who can take a positive approach and work to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing environment.

Benefits

• Attractive bonus
• Generous pension contributions
• Private healthcare
• Excellent starting salary

We offer outstanding benefits to include an attractive bonus, generous pension contributions, private healthcare and an excellent starting salary.

If you are looking to utilise your skills to really make a difference to humankind, then consider joining our team and apply today!

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the job.