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GlaxoSmithKline is a world leading research-based pharmaceutical company that combines both individual talent and technical resources to support our mission to improve the quality of human life by enabling people to do more, feel better and live longer.
We are looking to recruit a highly motivated, new team member who is keen to further their career in immunoassay analysis alongside complimentary automation techniques Working with human biological samples (in a GCP compliant laboratory) you will help develop, troubleshoot and validate bespoke LBA methods and use these to support PK and PD/biomarker endpoints.
The team supports pharmacokinetic (PK) and soluble biomarker measurements using Ligand Binding Assays (LBA), ELISpot and automated Western Blotting techniques. The data we generate is critical to helping GSK Project Teams make decisions on progressing new molecules towards becoming medicines.
The role is highly technical and dynamic as you will be working in a number of multi-disciplinary project teams. You will thrive in this environment if you are able to effectively manage multiple priorities, communicate your findings clearly, and enjoy working in a team structure. The successful applicants will be joining a highly energised and committed department and will receive a range of development opportunities from formal training packages to on-the-job training.
Key Responsibilities
- Delivery of scientific data to project/program teams in a timely manner by performing data analysis, record keeping and reporting of results to agreed timelines
- Handling of human biological samples and performing experimental work in accordance with HBSM, safety and data integrity guidelines
Please take a copy of the Job Description, as this will not be available post closure of the advert.
When applying for this role, please use the ‘cover letter’ of the online application or your CV to describe how you meet the competencies for this role, as outlined in the job requirements above. The information that you have provided in your cover letter and CV will be used to assess your application.
During the course of your application you will be requested to complete voluntary information which will be used in monitoring the effectiveness of our equality and diversity policies. Your information will be treated as confidential and will not be used in any part of the selection process. If you require a reasonable adjustment to the application / selection process to enable you to demonstrate your ability to perform the job requirements, please contact 0808 234 4391. This will help us to understand any modifications we may need to make to support you throughout our selection process.
Basic Qualifications
We are looking for professionals with these required skills to achieve our goals:
- BSc (or equivalent) in in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Immunology or related discipline
- Experience in a regulated laboratory such as GCP, GMP or similar
- Post graduate practical experience in a laboratory deploying LBA techniques
Preferred Qualifications
If you have the following characteristics, it would be a plus:
- PhD in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Immunology or related discipline focused on the development and deployment of quantitative immunoassays
- excellent attention to detail, good communication skills and strong laboratory technique.
- Strong practical knowledge/experience of LBA (e.g. ELISA, ECLIA etc) and/or EliSpot
- Knowledge/experience of supporting regulated bioanalytical methods
- Experience in the measurement of biomarkers
- Knowledge of GCP would also be highly advantageous
- Prior experience with/knowledge of common platforms (ELISA/MSD/Quanterix Simoa/Gyros) would be beneficial
Why GSK?
GSK is a place where outstanding people do amazing things. As a science-led global healthcare company, we exist to help people do more, feel better, live longer. This special purpose – along with our goal of being one of the world’s most innovative, best performing and trusted healthcare companies – helps us attract some of the best and brightest minds in the world.
We take pride in providing access to all and continually focus on our opportunity and obligation to do more to improve inclusion and diversity: for our people inside GSK; in the way we do business; and in the communities where we operate.
We want our company to be a place where diversity of people and thought is valued everywhere and where we’re all able to be ourselves and feel a sense of belonging. An inclusive organization where we all feel valued, engaged and supported, knowing that our work makes an important contribution to our mission. Reinforced by our clear values and expectations, it is part of our DNA. Together we achieve extraordinary things for our patients and consumers, who rely on us each and every day.
As a company driven by our values of Patient focus, Transparency, Respect and Integrity, we know inclusion and diversity are essential for us to be able to succeed. We want all our colleagues to thrive at GSK bringing their unique experiences, ensuring they feel good and to keep growing their careers. As a candidate for a role, we want you to feel the same way.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are open to all talent. In the US, we also adhere to Affirmative Action principles. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, colour, national origin, religion, gender, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, disability, genetic information, military service, covered/protected veteran status or any other federal, state or local protected class*(*US only).
We believe in an agile working culture for all our roles. If flexibility is important to you, we encourage you to explore with our hiring team what the opportunities are.
Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you’d like to discuss any adjustments to our process which might help you demonstrate your strengths and capabilities. You can either call us on 0808 234 4391, or send an email ukdiversity.recruitment@gsk.com
As you apply, we will ask you to share some personal information which is entirely voluntary. We want to have an opportunity to consider a diverse pool of qualified candidates and this information will assist us in meeting that objective and in understanding how well we are doing against our inclusion and diversity ambitions. We would really appreciate it if you could take a few moments to complete it. Rest assured, Hiring Managers do not have access to this information and we will treat your information confidentially.
