Scientist/Research Scientist Elstree 2024

Headquartered in Elstree, Herts, BPL part of Kedrion, are an organisation where our products change people’s lives, and the purpose of our work is lived and breathed through its people.

Bio Products Laboratory manufactures pharmaceutical products derived from human blood plasma. These products are used to treat patients for conditions such as immunodeficiencies, coagulation disorders and critical care (blood volume deficiency).

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Scientist/Research Scientist on a Fixed Term Contract from March 2024 to November 2024 to join our Research and Development Team located in Elstree, Herts.

Please note our site is not easily accessible by public transport so please take this into consideration when applying.

The main purpose of your job role will be

Key duties and responsibilities

To perform experimental work that advances agreed project(s) within R&D:

• maintain a high standard of laboratory work
• be trained in the use of a range of laboratory equipment
• be trained and competent to execute analytical and protein purification methods
• follow written procedures such as standard operating procedures (SOPs) and study plans
• maintain accurate and up to date records of all experimental work
• record and report any deviations from expected results or documented procedures.

To review and analyse experimental results:

• following training utilise the appropriate computer software packages to analyse results
• aim to identify any variations, trends or outliers in data sets
• consider future work based on analyses

To communicate information clearly and logically:

• assist in the preparation of progress, interim and final reports and prepare reports when competent to do so
• provide updates on project progress to intra and inter-departmental colleagues.

To assist in the maintenance of laboratory resources:

• clean, calibrate and maintain equipment as required by procedure
• prepare and maintain reagent stocks.

To maintain compliance:

• observe laboratory health and safety instructions regarding the use of personal protective clothing and equipment
• observe COSHH regulations and work in accordance with procedure and risk assessments
• observe all GMP, SLP/GLP requirements and contribute to audits.
• secure the confidentiality of BPL information
• ensure integrity of all data generated

Planning and Organisation

• plan own working day to ensure completion of tasks within agreed deadlines with support from line manager
• maintain log of activities and progress in line with department requirements
• maintain a personal training and development folder

Skills & abilities required

• Good verbal and written communication
• Proactive and organised, able to deliver work to deadlines
• Technical potential

Knowledge & experience required

• Knowledge of protein purification (Bioprocessing) OR protein characterisation/analysis (Bioanalytical) OR knowledge of cell culture and viruses (Biosafety)
• Knowledge of H&S when working in a lab environment
• Understanding of proteins or virus/cells

Training & education required

• Relevant degree such as Biochemistry, Biological Science or Chemical Science. Biochemical engineering qualifications (Bioprocessing) or microbiology/virology (Biosafety) also considered
• Evidence of practical lab training during degree &/or projects
• Able to use MS Office packages

In return we offer 

• Competitive salary, and benefits to include a performance related bonus
• Pension
• Life Insurance
• 25 days holiday
• On-site parking and a subsidised restaurant