Base: £41,700 - £51,300; bonus/equity: not specifi...
Phd in molecular or protein sciences
Recombinant protein production expertise
Bacterial and insect system expression
This role involves leading the expression, purification, and quality control of protein antigens to support screening and crystallography programmes
Job Summary
This role involves leading the expression, purification, and quality control of protein antigens to support screening and crystallography programmes.
Candidates will work primarily across bacterial and insect systems using biochemical and biophysical methods to deliver high-quality proteins.
The position offers a generous benefits package and opportunities for career development within a mission-driven organization dedicated to beating cancer.
Matching Summary
This role involves leading the expression, purification, and quality control of protein antigens to support screening and crystallography programmes.
Salary
Base: £41,700 - £51,300; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Plus benefits including wellbeing support and development opportunities
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
PhD in Molecular or Protein Sciences
Recombinant protein production expertise
Bacterial and insect system expression
Chromatographic purification techniques
AKTA and automated purification platforms
Biochemical and biophysical QC methods
Nice-to-have
Experience in small molecule drug discovery
Strong scientific leadership capabilities
Ability to drive strategic decisions
Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams
Adaptability in fast-paced environments
Key Requirements
PhD or equivalent in Molecular/Protein Sciences
Substantial drug discovery experience required
Significant molecular biology and protein purification expertise