Research Associate 12 Month Fixed Term Contract - Cambridge, United Kingdom - Abcam Plc

Abcam Plc
Abcam Plc
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Cambridge, United Kingdom

4 weeks ago

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For over 20 years, abcam has been providing tools the scientific community needs to enable faster breakthroughs in critical areas like cancer, neurological disorders, infectious diseases, and metabolic disorders.
We believe that to continue making progress, we need to work together in new ways.

We need your own unique perspective as well as this of our people to make an always greater impact on the world.


This community needs people like you:
dedicated, agile and above all audacious so we can truly bring progress forward.


Job Description:

Due to maternity leave, we are looking for a Research Associate to join our first-class In-House QC team. You will support the QC testing of Abcam's flag antibodies and antibody conjugates portfolio.

This is a very exciting opportunity for someone to have an immediate and positive impact within the team and ultimately support researchers and scientists across the world to discover more, faster


Roles and responsibilities:

  • Carry out the QC of our antibody and antibody conjugates portfolio in line with production schedules with mínimal direction and supervision using techniques such as: Western Blot, ELISA, ChIP and Peptide Array.
  • Prepare and execute SOPs, maintain accurate records.
  • Conduct troubleshooting activities and contribute towards process optimisation initiatives with operational excellence in mind.
  • Develop effective relationships across a variety of different teams within Abcam
  • Ensure compliance with Quality policies, SOPs and Health and Safety procedures
  • Contribute to the housekeeping tasks within the relevant Lab areas.
  • Support our Biochemicals division in weighing of sensitive chemicals and routine lyophilisation.

Qualifications:


You will have a degree in biological sciences or equivalent practical experience within a laboratory with the ability to use life science laboratory techniques.

It would be great if you have Western Blot experience or some knowledge.

You should have a flexible approach to work, being able to work autonomously as well as part of a team.

The ability to work accurately and to follow both written and verbal instructions whilst maintaining accurate and detailed records together with excellent communication skills are a must.


You will be a team player, highly self-motivated, hardworking, have excellent organisational capabilities and deliver results consistently to a high-standard in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Information

We know that when it comes to benefits, no one size fits all.

Flexibility and choice matter which is why in addition to market competitive salaries, we offer you a flexible benefits package which is tailored to your unique needs and support your financial, physical and emotional wellbeing.

This includes our award-winning share scheme, 18 weeks fully paid maternity leave, 6 weeks fully paid paternity leave as well as highly flexible working and much more.

Besides, your development will be integral to your experience here. You will grow alongside other talented minds, in ways you may often find unexpected.

When people come together, incredible things happen. Here you'll work in a safe environment where you can be who you truly are. We'll champion and celebrate your uniqueness throughout your journey with us.

This is how we excel at partnering with the scientific community no matter the challenge, ultimately helping solve the world's most critical diseases.

Find out more about Diversity & Inclusion at abcam.

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