Research Scientist (DSP)

The role of the Research Scientist is to develop purification strategies for biomolecules such as proteins. The Research Scientist is expected to trouble-shoot problems, devise alternative strategies and protocols, and to instruct and train Junior Research Scientists.

Key Responsibilities and Role Objectives

• Developing protein purification protocols using AKTA chromatography systems as part of the Downstream Process Development Team


• Writing SOPs and supporting documents for those protocols


• Day-by-day reporting of results to and discussion of experimental strategies with the Lead Development Scientist as requested


• Preparing buffers and other lab materials


• Analysing proteins using SDS-PAGE, Western blot, ELISA


• Maintaining appropriate stock levels of high-turnover research materials


• Meticulous note-keeping of research activities is essential


• Following SOPs and instructions of senior members of the R&D team


• Liaise with Production Team and Upstream Development Team where necessary to ensure research material supplies are ready for experiments


• Weekly meetings with supervisor to keep clear lines of communications within the R&D team


• Attendance of weekly R&D meetings


• Additional duties as required by Senior R&D staff


• Literature Reviews


• Trouble shooting problems within the R&D team


• Supporting, leading and training junior members as required