Molecular Biologist

We are seeking a Molecular Biologist to join a biopharmaceutical company in the South East of England on a 12-month contract, with the potential for extension or transition to a permanent role. The ideal start date for this role is September.

What you’ll do:

• Carry out molecular and cellular biology experiments within a research and development setting
• Perform cell culture work and in vitro assays to support ongoing research projects
• Conduct gene expression analysis and related molecular techniques (e.g. DNA/RNA extraction, RT-qPCR)
• Support assay development, protocol optimisation, and troubleshooting of experiments
• Analyse and present experimental data using Excel and GraphPad Prism
• Contribute to ongoing product development activities within a gene therapy research environment

What you’ll need:

• MSc in a Life Science discipline (e.g. Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics) or equivalent relevant experience
• Hands-on experience in cell culture and in vitro laboratory techniques
• Strong understanding of molecular biology techniques, including gene expression analysis
• Ability to quickly learn new protocols and contribute effectively to an established research programme with minimal supervision