Senior Scientist (small Molecule Protein)

Cancer Research UK

Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom
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

Work Rights

Not specified

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