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Scientist - Virology

CK Group- Science, Clinical and Technical
Posted 12 days ago, valid for 6 days
Location

Oxford, Oxfordshire OX1 1HB, England

Salary

£32,000 - £42,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • CK Group is seeking an experienced Scientist with expertise in virology and molecular biology for a permanent position in Oxford.
  • The role involves contributing to strategic R&D projects and supporting oncolytic virus candidate pipeline development under GCLP.
  • Candidates should have a PhD or equivalent in Molecular Biology or Virology, along with hands-on experience in cell culture and virus handling.
  • Experience with oncolytic viruses is desirable, and the position offers a competitive salary along with benefits like bonuses and private medical insurance.
  • Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK and are encouraged to apply with the job reference provided.
CK Group are recruiting for an experienced Scientist with technical expertise in virology and molecular biology, to join a growing biotechnology company, on a permanent basis to be based in Oxford. A great opportunity for a proactive, highly organised scientist with a commitment to research on anti-cancer therapies to take responsibility in a fast-paced environment, working within an interdisciplinary team to develop new cancer treatments.


The Role:
  • Contribute to strategic R&D projects (i.e. designing and execution).
  • To perform studies to support oncolytic virus candidate pipeline development under GCLP.

Your responsibilities will include:
  • Presenting research findings/data at meetings.
  • Prioritisation and coordination of scientific work streams and processes.
  • Act as independent scientist reviewer and sign off lab books, verifying the calculations, and approving SOPs.

Your Background:
  • PhD or equivalent in Molecular Biology, Virology.
  • Experienced in cell culture, virus handling/purifications and cellular assay development.
  • Expertise in design and execution of molecular biology based experiments (e.g. DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, cloning, gibson assembly, sequencing, transfections).
  • Hands on execution of omics experiments (e.g. short-read/long-read sequencing, transcriptomics, primer/probe design).
  • In-vivo oncology experience would be advantageous.
  • Experience working with oncolytic viruses or adenoviruses (DESIRABLE).
  • Experience of Prime Flow, RNAscope or single cell sequencing would be useful.

Benefits:
  • Bonus
  • Pension
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • Flexible working hours

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It is essential that applicants hold entitlement to work in the UK. Please quote job reference (Apply online only) in all correspondence.

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