Scientist - Large Molecule Bioanalysis Placement

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Scientist - Large Molecule Bioanalysis Placement

This is a fantastic opportunity to work alongside our industry leading scientists in our GLP/GCP accredited laboratories. You will gain a wide range of practical laboratory skills which are supported by our in-house training. There is also the potential for employment after graduation!

In Large Molecule Bioanalysis we support the drug development of large molecule therapeutics for our clients. The analytical techniques used are typically based around immunoassays which exploit the specific interactions of antibodies.

Job purpose:

The main focus of the team is development and validation of qualitative/quantitative assays and subsequent sample analysis to determine concentrations of drugs, antibodies or biomarkers in biological samples. This work is completed within a regulatory framework to deliver high quality analytical data to our clients.

Key Responsibilities:

You will use a diverse range of scientific techniques including:-

• Enzyme immunoassay, Gyrolab , Singulex Erenna , AlphaLISA and DELFIA
• Multiplexing technology including Mesoscale Discovery (MSD) and Luminex
• PK analysis of therapeutic biologics
• Immunogenicity testing of biologics
• Biomarker quantification
• Flow cytometry
• Cell-based assays
• Characterisation and labelling of antibody reagents
• Automation of assays and integration into LIMS
• Enzyme activity assays

Person specification:

• Studying towards a Degree in Biological Science or related subject
• Familiarity with analytical method development/validation advantageous
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Computer literate
• Ability to work with minimum supervision and as part of a team
• Conscientious and meticulous in laboratory work
• Excellent time management skills and ability to work to tight deadlines
• Highly motivated
• Willing to get involved with new ideas and initiatives

We offer a flexible approach to work, in a friendly and informal environment. As well as a competitive salary, we offer a range of flexible benefits including a group personal pension plan, cycle to work scheme, travel insurance and many more.

If your application is successful, you will need to available to attend an on-site interview at our Fordham, Cambridgeshire site on either Monday 25th November 2019 or Thursday 5th December 2019

About LGC

Focused on delivering “Science for a Safer World”, LGC is an international life sciences measurement and testing company. We provide measurement products and services which underpin the safety, health and security of the public, serving customers across a number of end markets including Pharmaceuticals, Agricultural Biotechnology, Food, Environment, Government and Academia. We are the designated UK National Measurement Institute for chemical and bio measurement.

LGC’s laboratory in Fordham, Cambridgeshire, UK, provides the following services;

Drug development services

LGC has a world-class bioanalytical capability and a team of scientists dedicated to providing on time, high quality data to help you make critical decisions on the safety and efficacy of your molecule. Supported by the latest mass spectrometry and immunochemistry technologies, and a full range of microbiology and central lab services, LGC offers you high-integrity analytical science and expertise spanning small and large molecules, biomarkers, molecular biology and microbiology.

Operating from state-of-the-art facilities to GLP, GCP and cGMP standards, LGC also has leading analytical capabilities to support Chemical Manufacturing and Control (CMC) with particular specialties in materials science and pharmaceutical analysis.

Sport and specialised analytical services

With a unique heritage in drug testing spanning more than 50 years, LGC is the world’s leading provider of drug surveillance services for horseracing and other animal sports, and is a pioneer in the testing of banned substances in sport supplements. We also provide human drug testing services for customers in the public and private sectors and are a leader in the analysis of novel psychoactive substances.

Our expertise makes us leaders in analytical science and gives us the ability to solve complex analytical challenges. We operate to the highest international quality standards, serve highly regulated markets and provide expert opinion.

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