Total 9 job vacancies by SRG

Title: Analytical Scientist - Oligonucleotides

Location: Cambridge

Employment Type: Permanent

Salary: Attractive salary + Annual Bonus

We are currently working with a global leader in industry investing in their Analytical department with an exciting avenue in peptide research.

We are on the lookout for analytical scientists with a strong background in LC-MS, which includes Method Development and Method Validation. To be successful in this role, you NEED to have experience with Oligonucleotides with chromatographic methods. High Resolution Mass Spec (HRMS)/UPLC experience is HIGHLY desirable.

This is an exciting role working with a large pharma company, with great benefits, and room to grow.

The main duties and responsibilities will include:

• Development and optimisation of analytical methods, mainly around LC-MS
• Characterising intermediates, APIs and oligonucleotides using a range of analytical techniques.
• Collaborating closely with a range of internal stakeholders to help define project milestones and deliverables.
• Compiling clear and concise reports summarising your work.

Required Experience:

• A higher education qualification in analytical chemistry, chemistry or biochemistry
• Experience in chromatographic method development (UHPLC, LC-MS, HRMS, SFC) preferably within a pharmaceutical environment.
• Experience working with Oligonucleotides is essential.
• Experience purifying peptides with LC methods is HIGHLY desirable, as is ELISA experience

Interested? Or know someone who will be?

SRG are the UK number 1 recruitment company specialising in the science, engineering, clinical, pharmaceutical, food/FMCG, renewable, biotech, chemicals and medical devices sectors.

As scientists ourselves, our specialist sector knowledge and our passion are second to none. It's this combination that makes us different. We're committed to providing outstanding temporary, contract and permanent career opportunities of all levels for our candidates and a comprehensive range of expert strategic recruitment services for our clients.

If you are interested in this role and require more information, please contact Selby De Klerk on 07825683514 or email Selby.

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Sample Management Lead Administrator

Permanent

Up to £37k per annum

Cambridge

Shift pattern: Tuesday to Sunday inc

Scope of the role:

This is a new role based in Cambridge, working for a specialist clinical laboratory within the sample management team. You will be supporting the Pharma Services projects for the business and taking a lead role in the accessioning of samples for the team.

Role requirements:

• Accessioning of specimens into the lab via the in-house LIS, creating relevant labelling and travel documents pertinent to sample type.
• Assembling case files including any pre-analytic work carried out.
• Preparation of samples for testing. Sending out specimens to reference laboratories through accurate and efficient coordination of shipping process.
• Sample data management including QC checks.
• Collating reports for study sponsors and data transfer.
• Organising shipment of samples, archiving samples and maintaining efficient documentation storage for samples, as well as flagging any non-conformance or quality issues highlighted.
• Taking an active role in departmental meetings, offering advice and guidance and data evidence to inform next steps.
• Supporting with training and coaching more junior members of the team.

Your background:

• BSc in a Life Science discipline or equivalent.
• Strong proficiency with MS Office programmes as well as databases.
• Proven background in managing samples, accessioning or similar.
• Able to work independently and with minimal supervision, with a collaborative approach and comfortable working in a multidisciplinary lab environment.
• Enjoys working in a quality-driven setting with clear parameters.
• Must be able to work in a biohazard environment with some knowledge of safety standards and protocols.

If the above role sounds like it could be of interest to you, and your background augers well to the needs of the role, please apply here and attach your CV in Word.

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Temporary Senior QC Scientist - Clinical Laboratory

Cambridge

11 week assignment beginning early July

Monday-Friday

£15-18 per hour

Scope of the role:

Your responsibility is for the Quality Control of the specialist in-house and purchased reagents and consumables of a busy clinical laboratory.

Core duties:

• Working within quality control matrix and protocols to ensure the smooth operation of both routine QC and unique QC testing for the company's IVD product, as well as continuous improvement behaviours.

• Working closely with Tech Transfer and Product Development in order to oversee the QC approach and support with new and existing analytical methods in addition to helping out with validation and verification and transfer activities.

• Investigating and resolving any issues with availability or performance of reagents and consumables, including: root cause analysis, impact assessment and putting in place corrective and preventative actions.

• Taking responsibility for timely reagent and consumable testing and analysis according to the established SOPs in order to support the wider Lab Operations team.

Your background:

• BSc/MSc or equivalent in a Life Science discipline

• Proven laboratory experience working with biochemical or molecular assays in addition to demonstrable ability to troubleshoot issues which impact reagent performance

• It would be a strong benefit to have knowledge of NGS and molecular testing methods

• Good appreciation of the regulatory requirements for a clinical laboratory (ISO 15189) and IVD, ISO 13485

• Good written and verbal communication skills, and able to work effectively in a busy and demanding laboratory environment

If you are open to a temporary assignment for the period noted above and bring the necessary skillset and background required, then please apply by attaching your CV in Word.

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Laboratory & Facilities Technician

Preclinical Sciences

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire

6-month contract - initially

The Role:

The Laboratory & Facilities technician will play a crucial role in providing support to the scientific users on site. Day to day tasks will range from the preparation of lab media and buffers for use in the laboratories to the management of deliveries of stock material to site. This is a varied role which will suit an individual who is interested in developing a longer-term career in Laboratory and Operations management.

Responsibilities:

• Preparing media and buffers for use in scientific laboratories
• Monitoring media stocks and the stock levels of laboratory consumables to ensure adequate supplies are available and replenished as required.
• Aseptic dispensing of buffers and media
• Carrying out sterilisation using autoclave
• General laboratory housekeeping such as collection, washing and restocking of glassware and plasticware from various laboratories, waste management and equipment maintenance.
• Organising the laboratory coat collection for laundry and the distribution of clean laboratory coats.
• Receiving, inspecting, and recording deliveries. Checking quality and quantity delivered matches the delivery note and purchase order, returning defective stock to suppliers, ensuring goods are stored correctly
• Other duties as assigned by line manager
• Supporting the Operations team with general housekeeping of our Laboratory facilities
• Supporting the lab Manager with the management of Laboratory equipment performance by arranging equipment servicing and repairs

Essential:

• A high level of attention to detail and ability to follow protocols is required, as well as relevant experience in operational support in a laboratory setting. Training will be provided for specific duties, but applicants should have a good basic grounding in laboratory operations.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• An ambition to work with the team to build a transformative company.
• A team player who proactively and directly communicates and collaborates with other team members.
• A keen interest in an ongoing career within Operational Laboratory or Facilities Management

For a confidential discussion, please reach out to Paige Keenan on / 01223 978 504

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Senior QC Scientist - IVD

Cambridge

Permanent

Scope of the role:

Part of the Production team and reporting to the Head of Reagent Development, this role is a great opportunity to work in close collaboration with both the Quality and Manufacturing teams. Core responsibilities will revolve around implementation and QC assessments for both incoming resources and consistent quality-driven release of company products.

Key responsibilities:

• Managing the availability and quality of the molecular diagnostic reagents required for the development protocols.
• Working collaboratively with the rest of the team to ensure the product portfolio meets the stringent quality and regulatory requirements required for release to the market.
• Work closely with the Production team to monitor the quality of incoming reagents and chemicals. Also to aliquot and store appropriately with relevant documentation and upload to the QMS.
• Ensure the reagents used undergo a robust QC test before being release to development scientists.
• Track and record QC pass and fail data.
• Working with stringent SOPs to ensure the wider ream is able to perform environmental monitoring.
• Work with respect to the ISO 13485 and FDA regulations that the business upholds.

Your background:

• Demonstrable recent experience of working in an ISO 13485/IVD environment with devices in development and reagents for in vitro diagnostics
• BSc or equivalent in Molecular Biology or a similar, relatable discipline.
• Practical bench skills with PCR methods.
• Good understanding of the expectations of working under formal quality systems such as ISO 13485 and FDA regulations.
• You come from and are seeking a bench-based laboratory role.
• You bring an enthusiastic and thorough approach, with excellent attention to detail and a good team ethos.

The role comes with an enviable selection of company benefits including (but not limited to): 12% company pension contribution, private health insurance, enhanced mat/paternity pay, electric car lease scheme, free lunch and refreshments provided daily, onsite gym and trim-trail.

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Ready to roll up your sleeves and own a key role within a lively and successful team at SRG? We're on the lookout for a Senior Consultant, and we promise this isn't your average recruitment role.

The Senior Executive Search Consultant will drive growth and profitability in our established Retained and Executive Search division. You'll be instrumental in growing a desk, championing business development initiatives, and orchestrating strategic placements for high-level, C-suite, or niche positions. All of this, of course, comes with a commitment to delivering excellence in customer service.

About the role:

• You will be at the forefront of expanding our client base, securing appointments, attending client meetings, and being a true ambassador for SRG.
• Collaboration will be key, working hand in hand with Senior Leadership to secure and nurture new accounts. Your networking will extend beyond clients to candidates and associates, generating referrals and new leads.
• You will navigate the intricacies of competitor landscapes and seek insights for compelling selling strategies.
• A consultative approach will define your client interactions, marked by regular catch-ups to define and update projects.
• Project timelines will be extremely important, and the timely completion of all deliverables will be paramount.
• Sourcing candidates using complex Boolean searches and qualifying leads through meticulous screening calls and interviews will be complemented by the dispatch of quality CVs within set timelines.
• You will make sure that systems are updated at all times with any relevant information and databases will be kept up-to-date.

Your background:

Educationally, we are looking for high grades on A levels, or a Degree in any subject - if that degree happens to be related to Pharmaceuticals, Biotech, Discovery, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Chemicals, Tech or IT industries, your experience will be especially valued.

We are looking for a track record of successfully filling Senior Executive, C-suite, or niche roles and a proven track record of selling retained services.

Why SRG?

SRG is a great place to work and we are experts in our field; with 32 years of industry experience, we are the largest Life Science recruitment agency in the UK. We place around 3,550 people per year and have a 91% success rate in filling our clients vacancies.

We would not achieve this without the collective effort of our people - people are the heart of our culture and we approach work with passion, authenticity and innovation, all while aiming to make a meaningful impact.

A good benefits package doesn't hurt, so we offer:

• Ongoing training and development - you will be mentored by our three years running Top Consultant
• Hybrid working
• Flexible hours to suit work life balance
• Minimum 25 days A/L, bank holidays off, as well as the possibility to buy and sell up to 5 days per year
• Volunteering day off
• Transparent career path from day one
• One of the easiest to work for recruitment brands there is - award winning, market leader in science
• Autonomy to do your work, your way, with full support on hand should you need it
• Suite of flexible benefits for you to choose from

When it comes to salaries, we believe that true talent should not be boxed in or deterred from applying. Our aim is to offer you a fair reward that reflects your level of experience and skill, so we are open to discussion and negotiation.

We are keen to tell you more about what life is like at SRG, and we are looking forward to receiving your application. You may feel this is not quite your next step, but if you are keen on new BD and you are ready for a new challenge, reach out to us for a confidential chat.

Please note, we can only accept applications from candidates currently based in England with permanent Right to Work in the UK.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy or maternity or age.

Title: Graduate Business Development Executive - Drug Discovery

Location: Cambridgeshire

Term: Permanent

Salary: £23,000- £28,000 (dependent on experience)

SRG are working with a leading Chemical Supplier focused on improving building blocks for Drug Discovery. They are currently looking for a Graduate Business Development Executive (with a degree in Biochemistry / Pharmaceutical Chemistry or similar) to join their team on a permanent basis, at their site in Cambridge.

This role will predominantly involve creating & nurturing client relations to develop business throughout Europe & USA. You will attend conferences and exhibitions to gain an insight to the industry, identify trends in the market and work with senior members of the team to establish new areas for growth. This role requires a second language from Europe including German, French, Spanish, Portuguese and Italian.

This is a perfect opportunity for a Chemistry graduate looking to expand their business development and network within the Chemicals industry.

Benefits: This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading supplier of chemical products, excellent personal development pathways, ability to travel to Europe on a regular basis. 38 hour week, Monday - Friday (flexible hours).

Role / Description

• Meeting clients both new and existing in person and virtually to develop business prospects.
• Attending relevant networking events to develop understanding of the market.
• Working with senior members of team to identify key areas to develop business.
• Researching business & industry trends to ensure innovative & efficient work is undertaken.

Requirements

• A degree in Chemistry.
• Second Language (European).
• High attention to detail.
• Ability to efficiently plan, organise and manage own workload.

If you would like to apply for this position, please use the link provided. Alternatively, please email a copy of your CV to Annie at

SRG is the UK's number one recruitment company specialising in the scientific, engineering, clinical, pharmaceutical, food/FMCG, energy & renewables, biotech, chemical and medical device sectors. As scientists ourselves, our specialist sector knowledge and our passion are second to none. It's this combination that makes us different. We're committed to providing outstanding temporary, contract and permanent career opportunities of all levels for our candidates and a comprehensive range of expert strategic recruitment services for our clients.

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Laboratory Assistant

Cambridge

Permanent

Up to £27k p/a

Tuesday - Saturday working pattern

Role profile:

Working for a thriving Cambridge and US-based organisation, this position is based within the Sample handling part of the clinical laboratory.

Scope of the role:

• You will be managing the cataloguing and recording of new specimens into the department using the LIMS.

• Opening packages, adding information into the Laboratory Information System, applying barcodes to sample tubes and ensuring all samples are prepared for processing.

• Taking responsibility for processing blood samples to plasma for DNA extraction.

• Working to stringent SOPs in a clinical laboratory setting.

• Using an inhouse database for processing of large sample numbers.

• Any ad hoc lab administration or data entry as it arises.

Person specification:

• Degree in a Biological discipline or equivalent

• Experience working with SOPs, bar coding and handling large sample numbers

• Good working knowledge of Laboratory Information Systems/LIMS

• Experience handling human samples in a Clinical Laboratory, including blood, tissues, FFPE tissues and other bodily fluids

• Good command of MS Office and databases

• Able to work in a fast-paced and collaborative environment with strict processing deadlines

• Good communication skills, both verbally and in writing

If the above sounds like your next role then please apply here or contact Bec for more information:

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Job Title: Senior Research Associate - Synergy

Location: Cambridge, UK

Salary: £35,000 p/a

contract: 12 month FTC

A highly motivated Senior Research Associate (SRA) in protein biochemistry and molecular assays. The SRA will be responsible for the production of condensate-forming proteins and carry out compound screening using our proprietary microfluidic platform, activities that are critically important to the success of our drug-discovery program.

This role will require a good knowledge of problem-solving capability to successfully express and purify challenging protein systems from heterologous hosts. The candidate should demonstrate expertise and technical proficiency in molecular biology and protein chromatography methods. Comprehensive training will be provided for the operation of our specialized screening technologies.

Synergy, part of SRG, offer a range of scientific solutions to different Clients in the Life Sciences sector. We can offer a competitive salary, a range of excellent benefits and access to training & development opportunities within the role.

Responsibilities:

· Express and purify recombinant proteins, including cloning and construct generation.

· Problem solve and innovate to produce proteins in large scales from heterologous expression systems including insect and bacterial cells.

· Analyse data, troubleshoot technical difficulties, implement solutions, and present results regularly at team meetings.

· Maintain and implement laboratory practices to a high standard, including accurate record keeping using electronic laboratory notebook systems.

· Work effectively and collaboratively with cross-disciplinary teams to contribute to the vision, strategy, and tactics of the organization.

Requirements:

· BSc/MSc in Biochemistry, Biophysics, or a related field, or sufficient industry experience.

· Solid industry experience, working in protein biochemistry, molecular biology, or related disciplines (2-3 years).

· A demonstrated ability to design and execute recombinant protein expression and purification strategies using mammalian, insect, yeast, ba

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