Scientist - #2169912

We're supporting a leading biotechnology organisation in the search for a Downstream Scientist to join their Product Development team on an initial 6-month contract.

This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career scientist with experience in downstream bioprocessing to take ownership of process development activities, supporting the progression of biologics and vaccine products from laboratory studies through to pilot-scale operations.

The Role

As a Downstream Scientist, you'll design and execute development studies, analyse complex data sets, and contribute to the optimisation and scale-up of purification processes. Working alongside experienced scientists, you'll play a key role in delivering technical solutions that support product development programmes.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and execute laboratory and pilot-scale downstream process development studies.
• Develop and optimise purification processes using chromatography, filtration and centrifugation techniques.
• Analyse experimental data and utilise statistical tools such as DoE to support technical decision-making.
• Prepare high-quality technical reports and development documentation.
• Ensure activities are performed in accordance with GxP and safety requirements.
• Support equipment maintenance, calibration and laboratory readiness.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver project milestones.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and knowledge-sharing initiatives.

Requirements

• BSc or MSc in Biochemistry, Biology, Biotechnology or a related Life Sciences discipline.
• 1-3 years' industrial experience in biopharmaceutical process development or manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience with downstream purification processes.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment.

Desirable Experience

• AKTA/FPLC chromatography systems.
• Unicorn software.
• Tangential Flow Filtration (TFF).
• Depth filtration.
• Process scale-up and technology transfer activities.
• JMP statistical software.
• Working within a GxP-regulated environment.

If this is something you'd be interested in, please get in touch - [email protected]