Scientist (Chemistry Lab)

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ATDBio, now a part of Biotage, is an oligonucleotide synthesis provider specialising in the synthesis of high-quality modified oligonucleotides, with labs in Southampton and Oxford. As part of Biotage our oligonucleotides are used in some of the world’s most important companies and universities, in the fields of genetics, genomics, molecular biology, biochemistry, biotechnology, nanotechnology and therapeutics.

Available Opportunities

£25,000 - £45,000 plus benefits (depending on level of qualifications and experience)

We are currently searching for highly-motivated and talented individuals to join our team in Oxford, supporting the development and production of high-quality modified oligonucleotides. Job roles are at laboratory technician or scientist level, depending on the candidates’ qualifications and experience.

Working closely with other members of the oligonucleotide team, successful candidates will be involved in carrying out cutting-edge oligonucleotide synthesis, purification and analysis, in addition to other laboratory work, following SOPs and working to ISO 9001 standard.

With a background in a relevant sector, the postholder will be familiar with good laboratory practices, accurate record keeping and general laboratory housekeeping.

Candidates may be considered for more senior roles if they can demonstrate solid organic chemistry knowledge and/or experience of the processes involved in oligonucleotide production, such as solid phase chemistry, purification techniques or analysis.

We are searching for candidates who have:

• BSc, MSc or PhD degree in chemistry (or closely related discipline).
• Experience working in a chemistry laboratory (industrial experience preferred).
• Experience in common laboratory processes, including mass spectrometry or HPLC purification.
• Proven ability to work well both individually and as part of a team.
• Excellent spoken and written English.
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of organisation.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Experience in nucleic acid chemistry or oligonucleotide synthesis is desirable but not required. An eagerness to learn is more important as full training will be provided.

This is a fantastic opportunity to be involved in the exciting field of nucleic acid chemistry and trained by nucleic acid chemistry experts.

How to Apply

Please apply by submitting your CV and a covering letter to UK_HR@biotage.com, highlighting any desirable skills you may have that are relevant for the position. This is a requirement for all applicants. Applications may not be considered without a covering letter.

Note – please combine your covering letter and CV into one attached document when applying via LinkedIn.

By the start of employment, the successful candidate must have, and be able to demonstrate, permission to work in the UK.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £25,000.00-£45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Bereavement leave
• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Enhanced maternity leave
• Enhanced paternity leave
• Flexitime
• Life insurance
• Private medical insurance
• Referral programme
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• Flexitime
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Yearly bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Oxford: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 30/04/2023
Reference ID: Southampton