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BioFocus is a leader in complex biological assays, high-throughput screening
and integrated drug discovery approaches to develop novel drugs. Within
our established biology group, at our state-of-the-art research site near
Cambridge, we are expanding our high-throughput screening department and
are currently recruiting for ambitious scientists with relevant experience.
Group Leader
High-throughput screening CRP-781
You will be
- Leading the development, optimization, validation, implementation,
and execution of high-throughput screening projects - Interfacing directly with clients and our business development team to
understand project needs and deliverables and defi ne appropriate
project strategy - Managing a team of scientists working on multiple projects
- Monitoring and troubleshooting assay quality and performance
You will have: - Expertise in high-throughput screening to progress hit fi nding projects from
conception through to validated hit delivery - Relevant industrial experience of managing a team to deliver projects to
specifi ed timelines in a HTS or cross-functional drug discovery setting - A PhD in Biology or related discipline and a background in in vitro assay
development and application. Expertise in enzymology would be an advantage
Scientist and Senior Scientists
High-throughput screening
(permanent and temporary positions) CRP-838
You will be
- Developing, optimizing and executing in vitro biological assays for
high-throughput screening for small molecule drug discovery projects - Part of a wider team, interacting with external client project teams
- Monitoring assay quality, troubleshooting issues and contributing to project
delivery through lab-based activities
You will have: - Excellent, demonstrable team working, communication and organizational
skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks - A degree or equivalent in life sciences and experience of assay development
and high-throughput screening in an industrial laboratory setting is preferred - A knowledge of automated laboratory equipment
- Good data analysis skills and a willingness to work fl exibly across
target classes
For all these positions...
We are looking for suitably qualifi ed and experienced individuals with strong
communication and presentation skills, a collaborative attitude and the
ability to work well under pressure and meet critical timelines.
You must have the right to work for any company in the UK.
To apply, please visit the careers page of our website to apply online.
No agencies http://www.biofocus.com
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