Scientist, Cell Therapy Innovation (Technology Development)

bit.bio

Closing Date: 12/07/2024

bit.bio is an award-winning spinout from the University of Cambridge. Our breakthrough technology combines synthetic and stem cell biology for the precise, efficient and consistent reprogramming of human cells used in research, drug discovery, and cell therapy. At bit.bio, we are passionate about engineering human cells that will enable the medicine of the future. To do this we need talented and curious people who want to make an impact on the future of science and therapeutics.

As a team of individuals, we value science, collaboration, openness, curiosity and creativity. We are united by trust and respect for each other.

Location: Babraham Research Park, Cambridge

Type: Full time, permanent

Start: Immediate

Salary: Competitive / Hours: 40 p/w

Lab/Office Based Position

Cambridge Biotech of the Year 2022

Your role in our team:

The Cell Therapy Innovation (CTI) group, within Research & Development, plays a pivotal role to enable the use of bit.bio cell types in the clinic. Our Technology Development team in CTI designs, explores and builds new tools for more efficient cell engineering and expanded clinical applications.

We are seeking a Scientist with molecular and cellular engineering experience, a passion for problem solving and innovation, and a good track record for leading projects. The role is focussed on key technology development at the bench, as well as coordinating projects of other scientists within the team. Reporting to the leader of the CTI Technology Development team, the appointed candidate will work with various project leads across the Cell Therapy Platform and the R&D department.

Your key responsibilities will include:

Design, test and incorporate novel and/or customised solutions to increase the capabilities of our Cell Therapy Platform. You will investigate the use of contemporary molecular and cellular technologies.

Lead projects with a high level of independence once goals and experimental strategies are set.

Work collaboratively and proactively with multiple teams within the company, in particular the Cell Therapy Engineering and Functional Genomics groups, as well as our Clinical Programme team.

Manage interactions with external collaborators to assess new technologies, share ideas and tackle experimental challenges. You will show initiative in communicating and managing such projects.

Influence and impact across cell therapy R&D at bit.bio, as well as cell type discovery and cell engineering process development.

To deputise for the team leader as required.

You…

Have a MSc in a relevant area of Biological Sciences or equivalent experience in the biotech industry.

Design complex experiments, work independently and proactively.

Can efficiently manage and prioritise your workload.

Are interested in developing technologies that can be transformative from a therapeutic perspective.

Have the ability to communicate effectively with teammates and collaborators, occasionally presenting work to large groups.

With essential experience in…

Genome Engineering of eukaryotic cells and/or Molecular Design and Cloning techniques: strong practical and theoretical experience, including experiment QC and project delivery.

Cellular assays and phenotyping (flow cytometry, IHC, clonogenicity, cytotoxicity and viability testing).

Molecular assays and biology (e.g. cloning, qRT-PCR, scRNA-seq, ddPCR, NGS, gene synthesis).

…and possibly…

Experience in cell therapy.

Experience in the use of and incorporation of automated workflows.

Experience with PSC culture.

More reasons to join us:

bit.bio provides a vibrant and dynamic work environment in an exciting, fast-moving time for biology. We work with cutting edge technologies and with our world-leading scientific advisory board. We conduct pioneering work with real-world impact.

We trust our people to make significant contributions early on with opportunities to be involved in projects that are key to the success and growth of our young company. We invest in people, creating opportunities for personal development in an inclusive multi-skilled team with ambitious goals that provide opportunities to learn on the job from each other.

Creativity and open minds are encouraged for everyone to contribute to the success of the company.

To support bit.bio staff and our culture further, we also offer a competitive salary, highly competitive benefits package including pension contribution scheme as well as health and life insurance.

Please apply via our careers page at: https://boards.eu.greenhouse.io/bitbio/jobs/4355233101