Molecular Biologist - Virologist
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Position Overview & Specifications
The Role – Virologist
The Salary – Competitive
The Location – Oxford
Russell Taylor group have an exciting new vacancy working for a rapidly expanding biotech facility. If you come from a strong molecular biology background with hands on experience of working with viruses in the lab, then Russell Taylor would love to hear from you!
The Role
· Assisting with studies to manufacture viral vectored vaccines.
· Maintaining and evaluating mammalian and bacterial cell culture lines
· Conducting laboratory meetings and presentations based on your research within the lab.
· Suggesting new approaches to immunotherapies
· Performing analytical assays, determining their quality, yield and stability, etc.
· Working under GRP regulations
· Attending yearly scientific coursed to continue educational progression.
The Person
· The ideal candidate will hold a relevant degree/MSc/PhD in either virology or molecular biology.
· Must have previous experience of working hands on with genetically modified viruses in the lab.
· Must be able to design and clone mammalian cassettes. For example, DNA, PCR, ELISA, western Blot, viral growth curves, virus purification, viral titers, etc
· Must be a self-starter with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
· Must have excellent written communication skills with the ability to communicate scientific information.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: Up to £50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee stock ownership plan
- Flexitime
- Free parking
- Sick pay
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Flexitime
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
Application question(s):
- Do you have hands on experience genetically modifying viruses within the lab?
Work Location: One location
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.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
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 - Virologist roles across Russell Taylor Group Ltd'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 £50,000 - £50,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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