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Help build a world-leading supplier of high purity proteins for stem cell science and regenerative medicine
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.
Laboratory
Senior Protein Scientist (Manufacture)
Location: Newmarket Road, Cambridge, UK
Full time
As we enter the next phase of our growth, we seek an experienced leader to nurture our talented laboratory team and lead the next stage of our facility expansion.
We are looking for an experienced Protein Scientist to join our busy Manufacture team. You will hold a PhD or possess equivalent experience in biochemistry, molecular biology or a related scientific discipline and must have a strong track record of research achievements or experience in the Biotech industry. Extensive knowledge in producing and purifying proteins and analysing their quality is essential, with an understanding of scaling up protein production for manufacturing being desirable. The successful candidate will work independently to set targets and plan work, have 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 characterization.
• Hands on experience in working with AKTA systems, or similar types of equipment, and ability to troubleshoot purification issues.
• 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.
How to apply
Please send a two-page CV and a one-page covering letter explaining why you are a great fit for the role and would like to join our team. Please send as a single PDF file to recruitment@qkine.com.
We will be interviewing on a rolling basis for this key team member. Informal enquiries welcome. Please contact Andy Day, Head of Product Development and Manufacture, via recruitment@qkine.com. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
Production Scientist (Manufacture)
Location: Newmarket Road, Cambridge, UK
Full time
As we enter the next phase of our growth, we are looking for a knowledgeable Production Scientist to join our busy protein manufacture team. You will hold a Life Science Degree and possess experience in a biochemistry, molecular biology, or a related scientific discipline. Experience working in the Biotech industry would be desirable. Knowledge in producing high purity proteins and analysing their quality is essential for this position, with experience of hitting continuous manufacture production targets being advantageous. The successful candidate will work independently to set targets and plan work, have 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:
• Experience in recombinant protein expression, purification, and characterization.
• Hands on knowledge in working with AKTA systems, or similar types of equipment, and ability to troubleshoot purification issues.
• Experience of ELN platform and accurate data collection and presentation.
• 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.
How to apply
Please send a two-page CV and a one-page covering letter explaining why you are a great fit for the role and would like to join our team. Please send as a single PDF file to recruitment@qkine.com.
We will be interviewing on a rolling basis for this key team member. Informal enquiries welcome. Please contact Andy Day, Head of Product Development and Manufacture, via recruitment@qkine.com. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
Commercial
No active vacancies
Whilst we have no active vacancies to join our commercial team at present, we are always on the look out for talent here at Qkine. If you would like to be considered for future roles when they become available, you can still send your CV to us now by emailing recruitment@qkine.com.
Operations
No active vacancies
Whilst we have no active vacancies to join our Operations team at present, we are always on the look out for talent here at Qkine. If you would like to be considered for future roles when they become available, you can still send your CV to us now by emailing recruitment@qkine.com.
Qkine is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity and creating an inclusive, supportive and flexible working environment.
