Oxford Nanopore
Biologics Production Scientist
Biologics Production Scientist
Posted 6 days ago
OxfordPermanentOn-SiteFull-TimeMid-Level
Posted 6 days ago
Description
Biologics Production Scientist
OXFORD, OXFORDSHIRE, United Kingdom
Job Description
We are looking for an experienced individual to join our Biologics Production team as a Biologics Production Scientist to carry out the day to day production of kit and flowcell components.
The Details...
Reporting to the Associate Director, Biologics Production, the successful candidate will carry out the day to day production of kit and flowcell components including, purification of proteins, production of DNA/RNA analytes, production of protein-DNA complexes, production of Triblock components and production of other bulk components for sequencing kits. You'll also ensure batch records are correctly followed and carry out testing as required.
Other responsibilities include:
What We're Looking For...
We'll expect you to have relevant laboratory experience, ideally within a chemistry, biochemistry or pharmaceutical environment or in large scale protein, DNA, or chemicals processing. You should have a working knowledge of chemical, biochemical or molecular biology techniques as appropriate for the specific area and be familiar with GMP and GLP. Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies would also be beneficial.
We're looking for an individual who is well organised, resilient under pressure with a good eye for detail and who likes to take a systematic approach to work. This role will suit someone who is quality and process driven, team orientated, responsive to customer needs and who wants to influence change positively and effectively. A BSc or equivalent relevant experience is required.
Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the job.
About Us
Oxford Nanopore Technologies: Our goal is to bring the widest benefits to society through enabling the analysis of anything, by anyone, anywhere. The company has developed a new generation of nanopore-based sensing technology for faster, information rich, accessible and affordable molecular analysis. The first application is DNA/RNA sequencing, and the technology is in development for the analysis of other types of molecules including proteins. The technology is used to understand and characterise the biology of humans and diseases such as cancer, plants, animals, bacteria, viruses, and whole environments. With a thriving culture of ambition and strong innovation goals, Oxford Nanopore is a UK headquartered company with global operations and customers in more than 125 countries.
OXFORD, OXFORDSHIRE, United Kingdom
Job Description
We are looking for an experienced individual to join our Biologics Production team as a Biologics Production Scientist to carry out the day to day production of kit and flowcell components.
The Details...
Reporting to the Associate Director, Biologics Production, the successful candidate will carry out the day to day production of kit and flowcell components including, purification of proteins, production of DNA/RNA analytes, production of protein-DNA complexes, production of Triblock components and production of other bulk components for sequencing kits. You'll also ensure batch records are correctly followed and carry out testing as required.
Other responsibilities include:
- Equipment management including liaising with the manufacturer
- Continuous improvement and troubleshooting
- Production data tracking
- Updating BPs and item specifications
- Raising Change Note, Deviation, CAPA and Non-conformance
- General lab maintenance
- Batch records review
What We're Looking For...
We'll expect you to have relevant laboratory experience, ideally within a chemistry, biochemistry or pharmaceutical environment or in large scale protein, DNA, or chemicals processing. You should have a working knowledge of chemical, biochemical or molecular biology techniques as appropriate for the specific area and be familiar with GMP and GLP. Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies would also be beneficial.
We're looking for an individual who is well organised, resilient under pressure with a good eye for detail and who likes to take a systematic approach to work. This role will suit someone who is quality and process driven, team orientated, responsive to customer needs and who wants to influence change positively and effectively. A BSc or equivalent relevant experience is required.
Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the job.
About Us
Oxford Nanopore Technologies: Our goal is to bring the widest benefits to society through enabling the analysis of anything, by anyone, anywhere. The company has developed a new generation of nanopore-based sensing technology for faster, information rich, accessible and affordable molecular analysis. The first application is DNA/RNA sequencing, and the technology is in development for the analysis of other types of molecules including proteins. The technology is used to understand and characterise the biology of humans and diseases such as cancer, plants, animals, bacteria, viruses, and whole environments. With a thriving culture of ambition and strong innovation goals, Oxford Nanopore is a UK headquartered company with global operations and customers in more than 125 countries.
Oxford Nanopore
Pioneering portable, real-time DNA and RNA sequencing for anyone, anywhere
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Oxford Nanopore
Your work will democratise genomic science across continents and disciplines. From pocket labs in rainforests to clinical pipelines, the technology you help build lets people ask questions biology could never answer before.