Process Development Scientist

Qkine is a Cambridge, UK-based manufacturer of high purity, animal-free growth factors, cytokines and other complex proteins. We combine proprietary production processes with protein engineering technology to tackle fundamental biological and scale-up challenges for the fast-growing stem cell, organoid, regenerative medicine and cultured meat sectors.

A spin-out from Cambridge University founded in 2016, we have already attracted a loyal customer following from both leading biotechnology companies and world-class academic institutions. As we enter the next phase of our growth, we seek an experienced Process Development Scientist to join our busy R&D team and help lead the next stage of our facility expansion.

You will hold a PhD or possess equivalent experience in biochemistry, molecular biology or a related scientific discipline and must have at least +5 years experience in the Biotech industry. Extensive knowledge of process development and scaling protein production for manufacturing is essential. The successful candidate will identify process improvement areas across a variety of processes and teams, bringing in and validating new protocols and equipment to use within our product development and manufacturing pipelines. They will posses great attention to detail, good communication skills and a flexible approach. We are looking for proactive team players with a broad range of skills and definite can-do attitude.

You will have:

• Extensive experience in construct design, recombinant protein expression, purification and characterisation
• Hands on experience in working with AKTA systems, or similar types of equipment, and ability to troubleshoot purification issues
• Hands on experience with benchtop bio-reactors and freeze-drying equipment
• Demonstrable experience of process development and innovation
• Knowledge of ELN platform and accurate data collection and presentation
• Experience working with a QMS such as ISO9001: 2015 or ISO13485 would be an advantage

We believe in nurturing our team, empowering individuals and working flexibly. We do this while exceeding the expectations of our customers and collaborators by focussing on delivering the best service, scientific insight and product quality.

In addition to competitive salaries, we also offer an attractive employee share option scheme.

We will be interviewing on a rolling basis for this key team member. Informal enquiries are welcome. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Qkine is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity and creating an inclusive, supportive and flexible working environment.