Research Scientist

Research Scientist

Excellerate Bioscience are currently seeking a highly motivated candidate with an in-vitro pharmacology background to join our team. We offer a dynamic team environment, working in partnership with our clients to provide flexible solutions from early-stage target identification to late stage detailed mechanism of action studies, across a range of different drug target classes and disease areas.

Role and Responsibilities

As a Scientist and member of an in-vitro pharmacology group, you will work as part of a team to develop cell-based, biochemical or pharmacology assays to enable quantitative and rigorous characterization of complex protein-ligand interactions at the molecular level to aid target identification, validation and lead optimisation strategies in support of drug discovery programs across a variety of target classes.

Skills and Experience:

• A BSc / MSc focused on biochemistry, enzyme assay development, cell biology/pharmacology or related discipline (Essential). Previous industrial or research/academic laboratory experience would be advantageous.
• Familiarity with one or more of the following areas: a) Compound profiling/in vitro assay development, b) Enzymology or Receptor Pharmacology c) Cellular pharmacology
• Familiarity with detection methodologies such as fluorescent-based techniques, binding assays, cell signalling assays, reporter assays, cytokine release, migration assays
• Knowledge of working with semi-automated liquid handling systems, preferably working in a 384 well format.
• A strong ability to problem-solve and take the lead on project work when needed
• Excellent interpersonal, collaborative and communication skills

What we offer:

Our benefits package includes a competitive salary, pension contribution, life insurance, private medical insurance. This position is based at our Biocity Nottingham office.

Please confirm your status of eligibility to work in the UK and send your CV with a covering letter outlining why you feel you would be suitable for this role.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: From £23,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Nottingham, NG1 1GF: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (preferred)

Work Location: One location

Application deadline: 13/03/2023
Reference ID: EXC023Scientist
Expected start date: 13/02/2023