Molecular Biologist – Next Generation Sequencing
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Position Overview & Specifications
Newton Colmore is working with an exciting techbio company in Cambridge who are looking for a molecular biologist to join their research team.
Upon joining the company, you will be using your molecular biology knowledge to help with the qualification of the company’s assembly processes and oligonucleotide synthesis. Your work will be integral to the successful development and launch of their new platform and will require interactions and a good level of communication across many scientific disciplines.
Coupled with those responsibilities you will use your practical experience to service their tried and trusted high throughput analytical pipelines.
To be considered for this exciting role you will need to have the following;
· Hands-on experience utilising molecular biology methods (DNA / RNA extraction; RT-PCR; qPCR; cloning technologies).
· Experience and working knowledge of next generation sequencing.
· Have previously worked with automated liquid handling systems.
· As a minimum be educated to BSc level in molecular biology or a closely related subject.
In exchange for your skills and expertise, the company offer a highly competitive package which will be tailored to your expectations, including share options.
For more information, make a confidential application now and a member of our team will be in touch with more details.
Newton Colmore is a specialist recruitment consultancy operating within the Medical Devices, Scientific Engineering, Scientific Software, Robotics, Science, Electronics Design, New Product Design, Human Factors, Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance and Field Service Engineering sectors throughout Europe and the US.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £27,498.78-£36,979.64 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Gym membership
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
- Profit sharing
- Relocation assistance
- Sick pay
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 05/05/2023
Reference ID: ML-TW-0382
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
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Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Molecular Biologist – Next Generation Sequencing roles across Newton Colmore's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £27,499 - £36,980 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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