Jobs, fresher vacancy - Senior Scientist, R&D • Oxfordshire

Company: LGC Biosearch Technologies

Oxfordshire

Job DescriptionThe Senior Scientist, R&D will provide technical assistance and leadership to the R&D group for product development in the areas of molecular biology, nucleic acid amplification, and Next Generation Sequencing. Experience in design transfer with targeted goals in building robust processes for sustainable production of Enzymes, NGS workflows, and instrumentation is highly desirable. This individual must have the ability to multi-task while maintaining precise documentation of experiments performed. Key responsibilities and accountabilities:Perform techniques related to Next Generation Sequencing in support of product developmentPerform amplification techniques (qPCR, RT-qPCR, isothermal amplification) in support of product developmentPerform protein purification scheme development in support of technical feasibility and new product developmentServe as technical partner or lead on cross-functional projects focused on new product development or design transferPerform standard molecular biology techniques (DNA extraction/purification, PCR, cloning) in support of product development and standard microbiology techniques (aseptic technique, inoculation, bacterial growth)Process and record experimental data and resultsEffectively communicate results to members of R&DContribute to technical teams by meeting defined project objectives in a manner consistent with our product development processDeliver high-quality product development documentation consistent with ISO 13485Conscientiously learn requirements of the ISO 13485 quality management system and diligently follow the terms of a quality contract, which describes the relevance and importance of the employee’s work to the achievement of LGC’s quality objectivesAdhere to company Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) policyOther duties as assigned