Associate Scientist Upstream Process Development

Your newpany
You'll be j oining a leading biopharmaceutical organisation advancing innovative medicines and technologies. You’ll be part of a collaborative R&D environment focused on developing high‑quality, scalable processes.

Your new role
As an Associate Scientist in upstream process development, you will support the optimisation and scale‑up of microbial processes across lab‑ and pilot‑scale operations.
This is initially a 12 month contract that may extend and there will be some out of hours/weekend work involved in this role.

Key responsibilities include:

Performing microbial process optimisation and development experiments from 250 mL to 200 L scale

Operating bioreactor and fermenter systems to support upstream development

Documenting experiments, writing protocols, and updating procedures

Analysing data and presenting results to managers and internal teams

Working independently and collaboratively to deliver team objectives

Maintaining a safe andpliant laboratory environment

Developing technical expertise in microbial fermentation and primary isolation

Supporting cross‑functional teams in rbinant protein and plasmid production

What you'll need to succeed
You should have:

A BSc/BEng (or equivalent experience) in Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemical Engineering, or a related field

Experience with upstream lab‑ or pilot‑scale microbial processes and associated control systems, especially around fermentation or cultivation of microbes / cells

Hands‑on laboratory experience, ideally with E. coli

Understanding of E. coli physiology is preferred but work with other microbial organisms or even mammalian cell lines is also acceptable

Excellent organisation and attention to detail

Strong teamwork andmunication skills

Enthusiasm for developing new technical and soft skills

The right to work in the UK without requiring visa sponsorship until at least April 2027

What you'll get in return
The chance to build your skills and experience within a high performing and innovative biopharmaceuticalpany while working with a friendly and collaborative team.