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Research Associate (6 months maternity cover)

Cambridge, United Kingdom💼 Full-time🗓 2026-09-04 → 2026-09-27

Core

Support the manufacture, assembly, and quality control of biological reagents and diagnostic kits for life sciences and biotechnology customers.

Role type

Senior IC laboratory technician (manufacturing & QC)

Builds

Biological reagents, conjugation kits, and diagnostic accessories

Domain

Life sciences / Diagnostics / Biotechnology

Required skills

pipetting, liquid handling, reagent and buffer preparation, sample handling, data recording, ELISA testing, lateral flow assays, protein desalting, antibody conjugation, LN2 snap-freezing, assay trend analysis, inventory management, GLP compliance, SOP adherence, ISO9001:2015 standards

Preferred skills

ERP system usage, ÄKTA system operation, Unicorn method editing, industrial manufacturing experience

Technologies

Oracle ERP, ÄKTA system, Unicorn

Responsibilities

Perform antibody conjugation and protein desalting activities; Conduct Direct and Sandwich ELISA and lateral flow assays; Carry out assay trend analysis to monitor performance; Maintain accurate experimental data records; Support continuous improvement of manufacturing processes; Maintain inventory records for raw materials and finished goods

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC

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