1,313 Biochemical Research jobs in the United Kingdom

• Design and execute complex experiments in molecular biology, cell biology, and/or genetic engineering.
• Develop and validate novel assays and protocols for biological research.
• Analyze and interpret large datasets using bioinformatics tools and statistical methods.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of scientists, engineers, and clinicians to achieve project goals.
• Contribute to the writing of research proposals, grant applications, and scientific publications.
• Mentor junior researchers and laboratory technicians, providing technical guidance and support.
• Ensure compliance with all laboratory safety regulations and institutional policies.
• Manage laboratory resources, including equipment and supplies.
• Stay updated on the latest scientific literature and technological advancements in biotechnology.
• Present research findings at internal meetings and external scientific conferences.
• Contribute to the development of intellectual property through patents and publications.
• Participate in cross-functional project teams to translate research findings into potential therapeutic or diagnostic applications.

• A PhD in Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics, or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of post-doctoral or relevant industry research experience.
• Proven expertise in key areas of biotechnology, such as gene editing, protein expression, or cell culture.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a meticulous approach to research.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience in scientific writing and presentation.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Experience with bioinformatics tools and statistical analysis software is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in relevant laboratory techniques and instrumentation.
• A strong commitment to scientific rigor and ethical research practices.

• Design, develop, and deploy advanced statistical models and machine learning algorithms.
• Analyze large and complex scientific datasets to uncover insights and trends.
• Collaborate with research teams to define data science project objectives and methodologies.
• Perform data cleaning, transformation, and feature engineering for scientific data.
• Validate model performance and ensure the reliability of analytical outputs.
• Communicate findings and recommendations clearly through reports and presentations.
• Develop data visualisations to illustrate complex scientific concepts.
• Stay current with the latest advancements in data science and machine learning relevant to scientific research.
• Contribute to the development of data infrastructure and best practices.
• Mentor junior data scientists and provide technical guidance.

• Master's or PhD in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Physics, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in data science, with a focus on scientific research applications.
• Expertise in Python or R, including relevant data science libraries (e.g., pandas, NumPy, scikit-learn).
• Proficiency with SQL and experience with various database technologies.
• Strong knowledge of machine learning techniques, statistical modelling, and experimental design.
• Experience with big data technologies and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration in a remote setting.

WHJS1_UKTJ

Senior Research Scientist 3A – in Biokinetics

Start date: Asap

Contract duration: 2-year contract – possible extension after

Location: Bracknell, fully on-site

PAYE rate: £19.46 per hour

About this opportunity:

We are looking for a Senior Research Scientist who specialises in plant physiology and/or plant biochemistry, and who has proven experience in a research setting to join the Bioperformance group within Bioscience in Crop protection. The group conducts research on the ADME (Absorption, Distribution, Metabolism and Elimination) behaviour of active ingredients (AI) within target and non-target species, enabling understanding of critical performance characteristics such as selectivity, resistance and translation to the field. If successful, as part of the Herbicide Biokinetics team, you would work on the optimisation and deployment of assays using LCMS analysis.

Role purpose:

• Assume responsibility for delivering high quality data to herbicide research projects that you have generated from biokinetics assays. Analyse data, feedback results, contribute scientific advice and propose appropriate follow up studies. Troubleshoot where necessary.

• Using own expertise introduce new technologies and devise improvements to assay protocols to generate operational efficiencies using automation and digital tools.

• Devise and develop new capabilities/experimental strategies to support the ADME-related requirements of projects and programs. Independently design and perform experiments to evaluate the robustness and validity of the biokinetics assays

• Effectively communicate scientific findings and resulting implications within the group and to cross-disciplinary projects.

To be successful in this role, we believe you will need:

• Essential: MSc and/or PhD in plant physiology, in plant biochemistry or related degree.

• Essential: 2+ years of research experience, either in a relevant professional or academic setting.

• Essential: Proven track record in experimental design and troubleshooting.

• Essential: Excellent data processing and analysis skills

• Essential: Ability to work effectively with staff at all levels within the organisation.

• Essential: Record of working with and influencing others through your scientific knowledge and experience.

• Essential: Willingness to deepen scientific knowledge and understanding of the broader crop protection industry

• Desirable: Experience of analysing small molecules using LCMS.

• Desirable: an interest in applying data that you have generated in predictive modelling.

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• Conduct fundamental and applied research in areas such as machine learning, deep learning, natural language processing, computer vision, or reinforcement learning.
• Develop and implement novel AI algorithms and models, ensuring rigorous evaluation and validation.
• Design and execute experiments to test hypotheses and advance AI capabilities.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to translate research findings into practical AI solutions and prototypes.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in AI research and identify opportunities for new projects and innovations.
• Publish research findings in leading academic journals and present at international conferences.
• Contribute to the development of intellectual property and patents.
• Analyze large datasets to identify patterns, insights, and opportunities for AI application.
• Mentor junior researchers and contribute to the growth of the AI research community within the organization.
• Evaluate and integrate state-of-the-art AI tools and frameworks.

• PhD or Master's degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a closely related field.
• Proven track record of research and publications in top-tier AI conferences or journals.
• Strong programming skills in Python, C++, or similar languages, with extensive experience in ML frameworks like TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Keras.
• Deep understanding of theoretical concepts in machine learning, statistical modeling, and data mining.
• Experience in one or more specialized AI fields (e.g., NLP, CV, Reinforcement Learning).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts clearly.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary research team.
• Experience with cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to innovate and develop novel solutions.

• Design and conduct experiments in biotechnology.
• Develop and optimize experimental protocols.
• Perform molecular and cell biology techniques.
• Analyze and interpret experimental data.
• Contribute to scientific publications and reports.
• Collaborate with research teams and external partners.
• Troubleshoot experimental issues and propose solutions.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records.
• Stay updated with scientific literature and trends.

• PhD in Biotechnology or related life science.
• 3+ years of post-doctoral or industry research experience.
• Expertise in molecular biology and cell culture techniques.
• Proficiency in data analysis and interpretation.
• Excellent scientific writing and communication skills for remote work.