- Posted 31 August 2023
- LocationLondon
- Job type Permanent
- DisciplineResearch & Development
- Reference91541
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Principal Scientist - Biochemistry
Job description
BioTalent is pleased to be supporting an RNA-based therapeutics biotechnology company as they expand its clinical-stage platform to treat other disease areas. We are supporting them in their search for a Principal Scientist specialising in biochemistry. In this role, you will support the development of novel therapeutics in the field of RNA activation with a specific focus on the discovery and screening of oligonucleotides.
In this role, you will:
You will have:
If you would like to learn more about this exciting opportunity or to recommend a valued professional from your network, you can share your CV to or reach out via georgette.shiels@biotalent.com.
BioTalent Ltd are acting as an employment agency in relation to this opportunity
In this role, you will:
- Design, conduct, and interpret experiments that advance the drug discovery and lead optimisation programs.
- Conduct independent experimental works in the lab and guide scientists in specific laboratory operations.
- Carry out cell-based assays for selecting and optimising oligonucleotides for RNA activation.
- Execution of molecular and cellular biology techniques; including quantitative PCR, Western blot and ELISA, and RNA/DNA/protein extraction from cells and tissues.
- Analyse data with critical evaluation, and conclusions and plan next steps.
- Mentor, supervise and train scientists where required.
- Generate and present project progress reports to key stakeholders.
You will have:
- PhD in a relevant discipline.
- 3+ years of post-PhD industry experience within biochemistry and/or translational research.
- Expert knowledge in RNA Therapeutics and oligonucleotide sciences.
- Experience in drug discovery and Structure and Activity Relation (SAR) lead optimisation is an advantage.
If you would like to learn more about this exciting opportunity or to recommend a valued professional from your network, you can share your CV to or reach out via georgette.shiels@biotalent.com.
BioTalent Ltd are acting as an employment agency in relation to this opportunity