THE ROLE

As a Study Scientist, you will work as a key Study Team member in the delivery of customer projects. You will receive all the required training under the guidance of senior members of the Study Team which will allow you to broaden your scientific knowledge alongside developing a wide range of practical laboratory techniques over several different areas and in turn be competent in performing assays across our operations team. Your main responsibility will be in ensuring that the customer projects you work on are performed in the laboratory to the highest possible standard which in turn delivers high quality data to our customers. Once fully trained and your probation is complete, you will participate in our weekend on call rota.

WHAT WE EXPECT YOU TO DO

Key responsibilities:

• Perform and analyse, to a high standard, a wide range of assays to support the characterisation of Biosimilars (including techniques such as cell-based assays and ELISAs) and range of assays across Biophysics (including techniques such as Surface Plasmon Resonance (SPR) and single cell Interaction Cytometry (scIC))

Laboratory Operations

• Through deeper technical understanding of the assays you perform, gain the ability to mitigate risks of error during performance by identifying problems or errors with laboratory documentation, reagent preparation and/or equipment
• Contribute to troubleshooting discussions about risks and errors identified in the assay documentation or performance to efficiently problem solve
• Communicate assay completion and data completion with the project’s key stakeholders
• Collaborate and co-ordinate with study managers to ensure the efficient running of projects e.g. fore sightly preparation or request for preparation of reagents and aliquoting of customer samples required for the study.

Documentation

• Prepare study related documentation listed below:
• Standard analytical procedures and custom laboratory documentation as guided by the Study Protocol.
• Update and maintain Study Records.
• Contribute to interim data documentation e.g. data presentation for interim discussion.
• Contribute to Study Protocol and report preparation with support from the Senior Study Scientist or Study Manager.

Data Analysis

• Independently perform data analysis of a wide range of assays across focussed areas with minimal support from the senior study scientist.
• Understand the type of analysis required for each assay and independently set up data analysis templates
• Interpret the data on assay completion to assess the suitability of the assay performance (pass or fail) and actively discuss any point(s) of interest with the study manager or senior study scientist.
• Perform data integrity checks in conjunction with the study protocol as required.
• Maintain high standards of data processing for all assays performed, including appropriate documentation of data analysis and checks to ensure traceability.

Data Interpretation of the following:

• A range of standard assays
• Bespoke assays as development or optimisation work supported by senior members of the study team
• Gauge assay performance (good data vs bad data).

Training and Development

• Oversee and co-ordinate practical training in one of your specialised areas.
• Oversee and co-ordinate training for use of laboratory equipment as guided by SOPs.
• Attend training sessions as suggested by the senior study scientist and/or management team to support personal development objectives.

Compliance

• Adhere to the standard practices as set out by Company’s Quality team.
• Raise deviations and prepare risk assessments when required.
• Actively contribute to resolving and mitigating identified issues/errors in deviations.

Process Improvements

• Lead on small improvement projects as directed from Senior Study Manager or Department Director.
• Contribute to ideas on lab processes in support of driving our continuous improvement culture.
• Actively contribute to and participate in larger, company-wide improvement projects.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR FROM YOU

We would like you to have the following:

• A relevant BSc or MSc/PhD in an immunology related area or at least two years’ experience in a relevant setting i.e. drug development, previous CRO etc.

To support a culture within RoukenBio which is aligned to our company values and behaviours, we would like you to be:

• Self-motivated, highly organised, multi-tasker who can work independently and to a high standard
• An excellent communicator and able to foster relationships externally and internally at all levels within the business
• Self-aware, have emotional intelligence with the ability to see things from others’ perspective
• A team player to learn, grow, and share best practice with colleagues
• Focused and have a strong attention for detail
• Of a curious mindset, question, listen, and enhance your own understanding of what we do
• Contribute to continuous improvement within the business
• Customer focused, with the customer at the heart of everything that you do
• Accountable, with ownership for the works tasked with
• Flexible and adaptable

WHAT YOU’LL GET FROM US

You will get the chance to learn, grow, develop, and enhance your career within a biotechnology company at the forefront of drug development strategies. In addition, the company offers the following benefits package:

• Competitive salary range of £29,188 to £39,114 depending on experience
• Pension.
• 32 days holiday per annum (inclusive of public holidays) which increases to a maximum of 37.
• Death in Service Benefit which includes access to a 24/7 virtual GP.
• Flexible working.
• Yearly Audible subscription.
• Refer a Friend Scheme.
• On-site car parking.
• Free Healthy Snacks.
• Merit Award Recognition Scheme.
• The opportunity to join several committees or focus groups (Employee Engagement, Wellness, Recognition, Health & Safety or Social Committee).