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Associate Scientist/Scientist
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About Coding Bio
Coding Bio is a startup focused on building modular therapies engineered for immune activation through the blending of computation, synthetic biology, and immunotherapy. We are a tight-knit, passionate team dedicated to advancing science and developing innovative therapies.
At Coding Bio, we use an ML-first approach to design new immunotherapies, combined with our high-throughput screening platform to discover new life changing therapies for patients.
Our mission is to radically accelerate the design of next-generation immunotherapies using machine learning and high-throughput biology. We’re building the tools to unlock life-changing treatments faster, with greater precision, and at scale.
Want to become part of the team?
We are looking for an Associate Scientist, or Scientist (dependent upon experience) to join our ResearchTeam. In this role you will be involved at the critical point of candidate screening and assay development. Identifying best-in-class immunotherapies. If you are a highly motivated individual, thrive in collaborative environments, and are keen to grow, we would love to hear from you.
This role offers hands-on involvement across our discovery pipeline, with close collaboration across our platform, development, and machine learning teams. You’ll thrive here if you’re experimental by nature, driven by data, and excited to grow with a startup shaping the future of immunotherapy.
The Role
- Independently design and execute T cell activation and killing assays using primary cells and cell lines.
- Maintain adherent and suspension mammalian cell cultures for use across the team in cell-based assays.
- Collaborate closely with team members, contributing to our research goals and discovery of new therapeutic candidates.
- Work closely with other teams within the company
- Maintain meticulous records of experimental procedures and outcomes, ensuring transparent communication within the team.
- Follow established procedures, protocols to support the progress of ongoing projects.
- Work closely with teams across the company to contribute to broader company goals.
- Adapt to evolving responsibilities and goals to meet the changing needs of an early stage company.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
Required skills and qualifications for the advertised position.
- MSc/PhD degree in a relevant discipline (cell biology, immunology, biochemistry, pharmacology, etc).
- Mammalian cell culture experience for suspension and adherent cell line maintenance.
- Strong interpersonal skills, showcasing the ability to collaborate effectively with team members.
- Strong learning propensity with an interest to expand knowledge of, and technical skills in the field of immunotherapeutic drug discovery.
Strong alignment with our company values:
- Move fast make it last
- Cells, not just organelles
- Furiously curious
Desirable Skills and Qualifications:
Nice to have skills and qualifications that may be advantageous but should not deter you from applying. Please apply as we want diverse candidates.
- Experience using cell-based assays for immunotherapy/antibody discovery.
- Flow cytometry experience.
- Experience designing and executing primary cell assays, ideally T cell killing/cytotoxicity assays.
- Molecular biology experience (PCR, Golden Gate Assembly, etc.).
- Knowledge of antibody and T cell engager structure and function.
Not sure you meet all the requirements? Don’t let that hold you back. We’re looking for people with passion and potential, not just a perfect checklist match.
Scientist
Posted 4 days ago
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Scientist role in Leicestershire with a global materials manufacturer. Around 29K/year, 12-month temporary contract starting ASAP. Support R&D projects through lab-based formulation development and testing. Record and analyse data, contribute to continuous improvement, and work in a collaborative team. Ideal for chemistry or materials science graduates.
Location: Leicestershire
Salary: Around 29,000 per annum
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Length: 12 months (potential for extension)
Company: Global materials manufacturer
Recruiter: SRG (Specialist Scientific Recruitment)
Role Overview:
Key Responsibilities:
- Support R&D and New Product Development (NPD) projects by assisting in formulation development and small-scale laboratory testing
- Accurately record, analyse, and interpret experimental data, and prepare clear reports for internal teams and stakeholders
- Maintain high standards of health & safety and adhere to the company's quality management systems
- Collaborate with team members to identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives
- Communicate findings effectively to line managers and contribute to project discussions
Requirements:
- Recent degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, or related field
- Recent Lab experience (academic or industrial)
- Proficient in MS Office
- Proactive, curious, and a team player with strong communication skills
Benefits:
- 25 days holiday + 8
Scientist
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Scientist role in Leicestershire with a global materials manufacturer. Around 29K/year, 12-month temporary contract starting ASAP. Support R&D projects through lab-based formulation development and testing. Record and analyse data, contribute to continuous improvement, and work in a collaborative team. Ideal for chemistry or materials science graduates.
Location: Leicestershire
Salary: Around 29,000 per annum
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Length: 12 months (potential for extension)
Company: Global materials manufacturer
Recruiter: SRG (Specialist Scientific Recruitment)
Role Overview:
Key Responsibilities:
- Support R&D and New Product Development (NPD) projects by assisting in formulation development and small-scale laboratory testing
- Accurately record, analyse, and interpret experimental data, and prepare clear reports for internal teams and stakeholders
- Maintain high standards of health & safety and adhere to the company's quality management systems
- Collaborate with team members to identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives
- Communicate findings effectively to line managers and contribute to project discussions
Requirements:
- Recent degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, or related field
- Recent Lab experience (academic or industrial)
- Proficient in MS Office
- Proactive, curious, and a team player with strong communication skills
Benefits:
- 25 days holiday + 8
Scientist
Posted 1 day ago
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Underwater Signal Research Scientist - Staffordshire – On-Site
Role overview
We are looking for a confident communicator to join a large tech business operating on the global stage, within this role you will join a small team of professionals developing solutions to bespoke problems and analysing complex underwater datasets with a view to influencing the development next generation ship profiles, and ship systems.
Day-To-Day Role Responsibilities
Within this role you will be working on a variety of modelling, scientific and programming tasks across the following areas:
- Magnetic, Electronic, and Electromagnetic modelling and field propagation in conductive and non-conductive media
- Finite Element Analysis and Boundary Element Analysis
- Underwater Analysis of electromagnetic, acoustic, pressure, and seismic signatures
- Numerical and Optimisation Methods
- Modern Control Theory
Experience, Skills, and Knowledge
- Hold a degree, Masters, or PhD in Physics, Maths or a related area
- Strong background with C++ programming
- Experience with some of the following:
- Electromagnetic Modelling
- Vector Fields Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
- COMSOL Multiphysics
- MATLAB or Simulink
- Confidence writing reports and briefs
- Confident communicating findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Occasional travel to alternate sites
Scientist
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We are working alongside a leading Pre-Clinical CRO specialising in Neuroscience to a hire a Scientist for their site in Sandwich, Kent.
Who we are:
We are a dynamic recruitment agency that has evolved since our first establishment in 2012. We work with several high-profile clients globally to help them source and retain top-tier talent.
The Client:
We are in collaboration with a global pre clinical CRO specialising in Neuroscience research.
The roles are based in Sandwich, Kent. Reporting to the Site Director, as part of their expansion they are searching for a scientist for their Epilepsy / Neurodegeneration research teams.
This lab-based role (on-site) will be to develop and execute relevant disease in vivo models to generate robust pharmacological and disease-relevant biological data for preclinical research studies for biotech or pharma companies. This position will be working in their Epilepsy/ Neurodegeneration teams.
Working hours: 7am – 3pm, 8am – 4pm or 9am – 5pm (dependent on candidate’s & lab work needs).
Requirements :
- Degree with significant relevant lab-based experience, preferably in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry or in Biology, Pharmacology, Neuroscience, Veterinary sciences or a related discipline.
- A higher degree of Masters is considered advantageous but not essential to the role.
- Preclinical expertise in rodent disease models with a variety of end points.
- 2-3 years’ experience managing projects, research activities, and collaborative initiatives in a science delivery environment.
- Licence 1-4, including rodent dosing, behavioural testing, surgical techniques, tissue dissections
- Expertise in the design, development and validation of preclinical studies for compound efficacy profiling and screening; including analysing data and report writing
Scientist
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Overview:
We are seeking an exceptional Scientist with a passion for immuno-oncology and hands-on expertise in CAR-T and TCR cell therapy discovery and development. This is a dynamic, lab-based role based at our Oxford site, where you will lead experimental design, execute in vitro functional assays, and collaborate cross-functionally to advance innovative cell therapies toward the clinic.
This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute directly to the design and optimisation of novel CAR-T constructs within a fast-paced, collaborative biotech environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the design, development, and execution of in vitro functional assays to evaluate CAR-T/TCR activity, including cytotoxicity, cytokine release, and target engagement.
- Develop, optimise, and troubleshoot protocols for CAR construct screening and primary T cell engineering.
- Design and perform multiparameter flow cytometry experiments; analyse and interpret complex immunophenotyping data.
- Develop and validate ELISA and Western blot assays to support functional and mechanistic studies.
- Generate actionable insights from experimental data to guide CAR/TCR construct selection and refinement.
- Collaborate closely with bioinformatics, translational, and cell engineering teams to integrate data and align project goals.
- Prepare scientific presentations, technical reports, and contribute to regulatory documentation as needed.
- Stay abreast of emerging trends in CAR-T/TCR research and immuno-oncology; implement innovative approaches in R&D.
- Mentor junior scientists and foster a culture of scientific rigor, curiosity, and innovation.
Qualifications:
- PhD in Immunology, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, or related discipline is required for Scientist level
- Hands-on expertise in CAR-T/TCR development, T cell engineering, or immune cell therapy.
- Strong practical knowledge of multiparameter flow cytometry, ELISA, Western blot, assay development, and primary immune cell culture.
- Proven ability to analyse complex datasets and extract meaningful biological insights.
- Excellent scientific communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Must be able to work on-site at our Oxford facility.
Why Join Us?
- Contribute to groundbreaking advances in next-generation cell therapy innovation.
- Work within a mission-driven, supportive, and collaborative scientific team.
- Opportunity to make a tangible impact on the future of immuno-oncology therapies.
If you are passionate about driving CAR-T/TCR therapy development and thrive in a fast-moving, impactful environment, and are able to work at our Oxford site, we encourage you to apply.
Scientist
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Nuclera is a venture-backed, founder-driven biotech company headquartered in Cambridge, UK with significant operations in Boston, USA. The company’s mission is to improve human health by making proteins accessible. We are beginning this mission through the launch of our eProtein Discovery™ platform. eProtein Discovery is a breakthrough protein expression, characterization, and purification technology, consisting of a lab-based benchtop instrument, cloud-based software and proprietary cartridges and consumables. The goal is to enable rapid protein access to life science researchers around the world.
The successful candidate will design, analyze, troubleshoot and deliver custom projects using our eProtein Discovery Platform. This role requires the ability to manage multiple projects independently in a fast-paced environment, while maintaining attention to detail and strong organizational skills . The ideal candidate will troubleshoot experiments and clearly communicate the results through well-documented reports and presentations. They will have a strong background in molecular biology, protein science , or a related discipline, with proven hands-on experience in an industry setting.
About the role:
- Execute and analyse experiments using Nuclera’s eProtein Discovery Platform to ensure successful and timely delivery of customer projects.
- Contribute to the design of experiments to optimise outcomes.
- Collaborate with the team to troubleshoot and resolve experimental challenges.
- Manage multiple projects in parallel, maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency.
- Follow Work Instructions and Standard Operating Procedures to ensure consistency, compliance, and reproducibility.
- Communicate findings effectively through well documented reports and presentations.
Requirements
Essential
- BSc in Protein Science, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related field, with a minimum of 4 years’ industry experience or MSc with 3 years’ industry experience
- Demonstrated capability of managing and delivering multiple projects in parallel.
- Hands-on experience in common molecular biology techniques, including PCR, PCR clean-up and agarose gel electrophoresis.
- Experience with protein science techniques, including protein expression, affinity-based purification, protein quantification and SDS PAGE analysis.
- Eligible to work in the UK.
Desirable:
- PhD in Protein Science, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or related field with a minimum 1 years’ industry experience
- Experience operating liquid handling robots such as Tecan and KingFisher.
- Understanding of the principles of cell-free protein synthesis technologies.
- Experience in protein engineering, including structure-guided design of protein variants for enhanced stability, activity, or yield.
- Experience with protein characterisation techniques such as Size Exclusion Chromatography (SEC).
Benefits
What we offer:
In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a range of benefits including:
- Company bonus scheme of 5%
- Life insurance
- Private medical insurance and cash plan
- 25 days' annual leave +
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Scientist
Posted 13 days ago
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Scientist role in Leicestershire with a global materials manufacturer. Around £29K/year, 12-month temporary contract starting ASAP. Support R&D projects through lab-based formulation development and testing. Record and analyse data, contribute to continuous improvement, and work in a collaborative team. Ideal for chemistry or materials science graduates.
Location: Leicestershire
Salary: Around £29,000 per annum
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Length: 12 months (potential for extension)
Company: Global materials manufacturer
Recruiter: SRG (Specialist Scientific Recruitment)
Role Overview:
Key Responsibilities:
- Support R&D and New Product Development (NPD) projects by assisting in formulation development and small-scale laboratory testing
- Accurately record, analyse, and interpret experimental data, and prepare clear reports for internal teams and stakeholders
- Maintain high standards of health & safety and adhere to the company's quality management systems
- Collaborate with team members to identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives
- Communicate findings effectively to line managers and contribute to project discussions
Requirements:
- Recent degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, or related field
- Recent Lab experience (academic or industrial)
- Proficient in MS Office
- Proactive, curious, and a team player with strong communication skills
Benefits:
- 25 days holiday + 8
Research Scientist
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**Research Scientist**
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Wrexham, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland ( Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland) My candidate profile
Syensqo is all about chemistry. We're not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet's beauty for the generations to come.
**We are looking for:**
A research scientist to join our Adhesives Research & Innovation team in Wrexham, UK. You will lead R&D projects focused on developing advanced adhesive bonding and surfacing technologies to drive future business growth.
**We count on you for:**
+ Lead the development of new adhesive products and technologies, especially in thermosetting polymers
+ Manage multiple R&I projects and ensure timely progress and reporting
+ Conduct scientific research, experiments, and literature reviews aligned with business needs
+ Build structure/property relationships and apply them to product innovation
+ Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, marketing, sales, production)
+ Support scale-up and production
Research Scientist
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Responsibilities:
- Design, conduct, and analyze experiments.
- Develop and optimize research methodologies.
- Interpret complex data and draw meaningful conclusions.
- Prepare detailed research reports, publications, and presentations.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on research projects.
- Maintain accurate laboratory notebooks and records.
- Operate and maintain specialized scientific equipment.
- Stay current with scientific literature and advancements in the field.
- Contribute to project planning and strategy development.
- Ensure adherence to safety protocols and quality standards.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience in scientific research or a related R&D role.
- Strong knowledge of experimental design and data analysis techniques.
- Proficiency in relevant scientific software and laboratory techniques.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Ph.D. or Master's degree in a relevant scientific discipline (e.g., Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Engineering).