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PhD Research Scientist - Biotechnology

Employer
SRG
Location
Greater Manchester, Manchester
Salary
£30000.00 - £40000.00 per annum
Closing date
17 Dec 2024
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Sector
Biotechnology
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time

Job Details



PhD Research Scientist - Biotechnology required on a permanent basis in Manchester. Requiring a PhD in Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry (or similar), with an understanding of cell cultivation for producing metabolites, and knowledge of metabolic pathways and enzymes. An interest in personal care products and markets is desirable. Knowledge and/or experience of extraction techniques from natural sources is also desirable.

Title: PhD Research Scientist - Biotechnology

Location: Manchester

Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

Permanent



SRG are working with a highly innovative company who have been creating speciality products for a range of markets, including personal care and cosmetics, for over 30 years. With a focus on developing their natural product development team, they are now seeking a PhD Research Scientist to support in developing natural speciality ingredients from both microbiological and plant sources to launch into the personal care market, specifically hair care. This is an exciting new role, in a growing and developing team, with ideal candidates having recently completed a PhD in Biology, Biotechnology or Biochemistry (or similar), with knowledge of cell cultivation for producing metabolites, and knowledge of metabolic pathways and enzymes. This is an excellent opportunity to develop new products and have a big impact within the company. Candidates with an MSC and proven industrial experience in a research role are also encouraged to apply. Knowledge and/or experience of extraction techniques from natural sources is also desirable



Benefits: You will join a successful business who have ambitious plans to expand their Biotechnology team launching into the personal care market. 37.5 working hours/week, 8.30am and 4.40pm, Mon-Fri. Excellent company pension, with 25 days holiday plus 8 statutory bank holidays.



Role / Description
  • Develop natural hair care ingredients for the applications team to test
  • Design and develop processes for the extraction from plant and other bio-based sources to make hair care ingredients.
  • Design and develop microbial fermentation processes for the production and purification of hair care ingredients.
  • Develop technical transfer packages for commercial production of ingredients and assist in process transfer.
  • Conduct analysis using techniques such as HPLC, MS and enzymatic assays.
  • Plan and progress projects to ensure successful completion.
  • Accurately record experimental data and produce formal reports
  • Confidently present data to technical and non-technical audience
  • Provide technical assistance to other departments in the business, for example participating in discussions with sales, applications and quality teams to aid product development and launch.
  • Keep up to date with current academic literature and market developments.




Requirements
  • PhD in Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry (or similar)
    • An MSc with proven industrial experience in research will also be considered
  • Understanding of cell cultivation for production of metabolites and/ or cell lysates.
  • Experience and knowledge of metabolic pathways and enzymes.
  • Experience and knowledge of developing bio-processes.
  • Understanding of aseptic technique.
  • Knowledge and/or experience of extraction techniques from natural sources is desirable.


SRG is the UK's number one recruitment company specialising in the scientific, engineering, clinical, pharmaceutical, food/FMCG, energy & renewables, biotech, chemical and medical device sectors.

As scientists ourselves, our specialist sector knowledge and our passion are second to none. It's this combination that makes us different. We're committed to providing outstanding temporary, contract and permanent career opportunities of all levels for our candidates and a comprehensive range of expert strategic recruitment services for our clients.



If you would like to apply for this position, please use the link provided. Alternatively please email a copy of your CV to . For more information regarding this position or any others, please call Chris on 0161 526 1898.

If you have a scientific background and this position is not relevant / suitable for you, please feel free to get in touch or visit www.srgtalent.com to view our other vacancies.

Keywords: phd, research, biology, biotechnology, biochemistry, doctorate, msc, speciality ingredients, molecule, microbiology, microbiological, plant source, personal care, biosynthetic, bioprocess, bioprocesses, fermentation, bio fermentation, upstream, downstream, cell cultivation, metabolite, cell lysates, metabolic pathway, enzyme, aseptic techniques, industrial biotechnology, e.coli, bacillus, yeast, bioreactor, purification, HG2, GMO, extraction, natural source.



Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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Every day, we help high-calibre scientists, clinical professionals and engineers of all levels build great careers. We are dedicated to providing the best solutions for the broad-based science community, whether temporary or permanent recruitment, cutting-edge managed solutions, or contract scientific and clinical services through Synergy, our unique CRO.

 

We have established relationships with world-class leaders and small-scale start-ups alike. Our clients value our in-depth regional knowledge developed through our presence across the UK and Europe, and our national exposure that means we offer jobseekers an unrivalled range of career opportunities.

 

 

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