CVIM Senior Scientist Pirbright Institute Pirbright, United Kingdom

The successful candidate will join a highly skilled team to support the development of veterinary vaccines using a range of technology platforms, including the evaluation of RNA as a cost-effective vaccine platform for application in livestock. The role will involve supporting early-stage R&D activities, the development of manufacturing processes (up-stream and down-stream) and their scale-up, as well as quality assurance and assessment of vaccine efficacy. The work will incorporate methods, quality assurance, good laboratory practices (GLP) and good manufacturing practices (GMP) aligned with industry.

• To support R&D activities and projects conducted within CVIM.
• To assist in the development of new upstream and downstream processes suitable for the development and scale-up of new veterinary vaccines.
• To assist in the assessment of antigen production and quality assurance.
• To prepare reference antigens and perform serology assays using vaccinate sera.
• To incorporate good laboratory practice (GLP) to a compatible standard to that used during the development of commercial vaccines by major manufacturers.
• To assist in work towards GMP accreditation.
• To participate in training necessary for CVIM activities.
This job description is only an outline of the tasks, responsibilities and outcomes required of the role. The job description and personal specification may be reviewed on an ongoing basis in accordance with the changing needs of The Pirbright Institute.

Time management, reliability under pressure, decision making/problem solving skills, action-oriented, entrepreneurial, creative, influential, collaborative, diplomatic, results driven, passionate, engaging and recognising.,
• A PhD or equivalent in a relevant branch of biosciences.
• Laboratory experience that encompasses a wide range of cell culture, molecular biology and virology techniques.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a group.
• Ability to multitask with good planning skills.
• Excellent communication skills., Good networking skills with the ability to build effective collaborative relationships.
• Experience in manufacturing processes (upstream and/or downstream processes).
• Experience in RNA vaccine production.
• Experience of working with pathogens and/or in high containment facilities.
• Experience of working with genetically modified micro-organisms (GMMs).
• Experience of working to Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and/ or Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).
• Due to the nature of the work carried out by Pirbright, all successful applicants will be required to go through a comprehensive screening process including reference and qualification checks, financial and security clearances.