Research Technician - Analytical Development

Oxford
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Research Associate – Analytical Development

Full-time | Permanent | Competitive salary | Location: Oxford

I’m recruiting for a Research Associate to join an analytical development team working on antibody-based therapeutics. This role is ideal for an early-career research technician looking to grow their lab skills, or for someone with more experience who enjoys contributing through reliable, high-quality routine work in a collaborative setting.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform routine analytical testing (e.g. antibody titre and amino acid quantification)

Prepare lab buffers and support HPLC and immunoassay workflows

Maintain instruments and ensure data quality through accurate documentation

Support troubleshooting and improvements to analytical methods

Contribute to SOPs, lab safety documentation, and internal reporting

Coordinate with cross-functional teams across R&D and process development

Help manage lab stock, maintenance, and general housekeeping

What We’re Looking For:

BSc or MSc in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Analytical Chemistry, or related subject OR equivalent experience

1+ year of experience in a lab-based, QC, or analytical role

Confident working with common lab tools (e.g. pH probes, balances, fume hoods)

Familiar with immunoassays (e.g. ELISA, Western blotting, FACS)

Basic understanding of HPLC or LC-MS techniques

Strong attention to detail and a consistent, organised approach to lab work

Eager to learn and comfortable working within established protocols

Desirable Experience:

Exposure to monoclonal antibody analytics or high-throughput assay pipelines

Broader molecular biology skills (e.g. qPCR, SDS-PAGE, flow cytometry)

Familiarity with regulatory guidelines (ICH) or Quality by Design principles

Experience with CHO or HEK293 cell lines used in bioprocessing

Why Apply?

Whether you’re building your career or looking for a steady, impactful lab role, this position offers hands-on experience in a supportive team focused on innovation and quality in therapeutic development

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