Scientist

Job Overview

This is a very exciting opportunity for an ambitious, driven and independent Scientist to join a developing biotech at a pivotal team of technological delivery, discovery and implementation at the ground floor.

Rarely do opportunities like this come along, my client is currently in stealth mode so you will not find information about the company or wider team online and we are working exclusively with them on this role. You will have to sign a CDA in order to interview for this role, in order to fully understand the IP and how you can add value to the team so please only apply if you are willing to be part of a very dynamic business looking for the best to work on some truly innovative and exciting Gamma Delta pipeline!

The purpose of this role is to form the foundation of a team responsible for the generation of data that advances the biologic properties and functional activity of my clients innate immune cell engaging multiprotein complexes.

Responsibilities:

• Lead, design and execute research studies that explore immune-modulatory properties of multiprotein complexes, particularly their interactions with target cells and broader immune system components
• Develop experimental models, conduct functional assessments, and explore gene-engineering approaches to advance our therapeutic platforms
• Collaborate with internal computational biology and protein science teams as part of multidisciplinary research initiatives
• Lead projects from concept to completion while maintaining high scientific standards
• Coordinate external research partnerships with CROs, ensuring alignment with company standards and timely delivery of results
• Contribute to intellectual property development through scientific discovery and documentation
• Perform detailed data analysis and prepare comprehensive documentation, including electronic lab notebooks, reports, and presentations
• Participate in laboratory organization, protocol development, and maintenance of research infrastructure

Candidate Requirements:

• PhD in life sciences or equivalent industry experience
• Scientific expertise in antibody or cell-based immune therapy
• Background in immunology, particularly with unconventional and innate lymphocytes (NK cells, γδ T cells)
• Hands-on experience with primary cell isolation/culture, functional assays, multiparameter flow cytometry, gene engineering, and qPCR
• Excellent communication skills across written, verbal, and interpersonal domains
• Flexible problem-solver with ability to propose practical solutions
• Self-starter who can work independently, prioritize effectively, and manage multiple projects
• Commitment to research excellence with meticulous attention to detail and data integrity
• Strong team player who engages constructively with colleagues at all levels
• Proficiency with scientific software and data analysis tools
• Willingness to work flexible hours to accommodate assay requirements and team schedules

Other:

• This is a lab based role
• There are multiple career growth and expansion opportunities based on successful completion of the initial work
• This is a 12 month contract role with preferred room for expansion based on successful contribution from the candidate.
• Salary and bonus will be applicable for this role with future potential discussion for future package options, equity and other benefits based upon extension of the contract after 12 months.
• This role will report to: Senior Scientist/Director Department: Research

If you do not meet all of the above skills, but you do have demonstratable expertise in the core area, regardless of background, please reach out to me! My client is looking for the best, for Rockstars, that may be unconventional and they are open to those who believe they can demonstrate the work and commitment required to deliver world changing therapeutics at the bleeding edge of science!

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