MSD Senior Scientist Discovery Biologics London 

United Kingdom, England, London 

447172529

Job Description

Role Overview:

You will be laboratory based and responsible for designing, conducting, and analysing in vitro experiments to assess the function of our pre-candidate molecules. Your research will also help dissect the mechanism of action of these novel therapeutics. You will regularly present your research findings in small team meetings, wider-group discussions and to cross-functional stakeholders.

What you will need to be successful in this role:

• We recognise that the diversity in our team is our strength and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Successful candidates must demonstrate inclusive behaviours in working with a diverse group of scientists to drive our core mission.
• Succeeding in this role will require excellent communication skills and both independent initiative and a strong team work ethic.
• A high level of motivation with the ability to deliver to tight timelines and work effectively across departments and multi-disciplinary teams.

• Passion for innovation and problem-solving.
• Good organisational, time management and record keeping skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Proactively drive antibody projects from the laboratory.
• Design, plan and execute experiments and analyse data independently, demonstrating scientific rigor and critical thinking skills​.
• Work flexibly across project teams to ensure delivery of results against expected timelines.
• Report and disseminate data to project teams.
• Present experimental data at cross-functional meetings.

Required Experience:

• PhD in Biochemistry / Immunology / Neuroscience / Molecular Biology (or related field), or a M.Sc. and a minimum of 5+ years industry experience, or a B.Sc. with 8+ years of industry experience.
• Excellent communication skills and collaborative mindset with ability to work and share knowledge across disciplines and departments.

Preferred experience:

Working knowledge in some of the following areas:

• molecular biology (e.g. PCR, cloning and mutagenesis)
• antibody structure/function (therapeutic or tool reagent generation)
• protein expression and purification (e.g. AKTA)
• protein characterization (LC/MS, SPR)
• developing functional cell-based screens and/or biomarker assays
• stable (reporter) cell line generation and characterisation
• primary cell isolation and culture
• protein detection (ELISA and Luminex)
• high-dimensional flow cytometry and FACS-based immunophenotyping (both panel design and downstream data analysis)
• protein design/engineering (structure-based, AI-guided)
• operating automation (e.g. liquid handling)

Closing date for applications: 26th July 2024

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