We are a dynamic team of almost 50 people with a passion for science and delivering for our customers.
At Ingenza we are turbocharging biological systems to make everything from therapeutics to enzymes and consumer products, addressing challenges in human health and the global environment. We are a high-growth SME, driven by our values, culture of integrity, and scientific excellence.
We have a very exciting opportunity to join our team. The successful candidate must be self-motivated, enthusiastic, and passionate about science. It is essential that the candidate demonstrates evidence of interdisciplinary team skills and can work collaboratively with others to reach project deadlines whilst being flexible, proactive, and able to multi-task effectively to meet the demands of different work activities. Excellent communication and presentation skills are essential for this role alongside a willingness to learn.
The successful candidate will be embedded within a dynamic, sociable team in a role with flexible working hours. The role will be based at the Roslin Innovation Centre where there are regular bus links to the City Centre, free on-site parking, an on-site gym, on-site childcare, and several on-site cafes – the perfect setting to meet colleagues over a coffee in view of the beautiful Pentland Hills.
Job Details
Skills/Experience
The candidate will have:
- An Honours Bachelor’s degree or a Masters in Molecular Biology/Biochemistry/Industrial Biotechnology (or closely aligned subject). Over qualified candidates will not be considered for this position.
- At least two years of industry experience is advantageous but not essential
- Great knowledge and relevant laboratory experience in molecular biology techniques such as electroporation, PCR, cloning methods (Gibson Assembly, Golden Gate, traditional endonuclease/ligase reactions, etc.), electrophoresis and aseptic techniques.
- Good knowledge and relevant laboratory experience of recombinant protein purification and analysis methods like affinity, ion exchange and size exclusion chromatography (ideally using the ÄKTA system), SDS-PAGE and Western Blot analysis.
- Excellent numeracy skills and a strong problem-solving ability.
- Proven ability to work both independently, and as part of a team.
- The candidate must be able to multitask, have excellent attention to detail and time management skills.
- Excellent organisational skills and a flexible hard-working approach are key attributes for this position.
Other Desirable Skills include:
- Experience in working under a Quality Management System (SOP’s, RA’s etc).
- Excellent communication skills; both oral and written.
- Knowledge and experience in screening methodology, enzyme biochemistry.
- Knowledge and experience of standard bioinformatics software packages.
- Knowledge and experience in handling a variety of the most commonly used microbial hosts (Escherichia coli, Pichia pastoris, Bacillus subtilis, Saccharomyces cerevisiae, etc.).
- Experience in Microbiology/Fermentation settings
Specifics
- Position: Scientist I – Molecular Biology
- Closing date: Friday the 3rd of May 2024
- Location: Roslin, Midlothian
- Hours: 40 hours per week
- Work pattern: Days
- Duration: Permanent
- Pension: Available
- Salary: Dependent on qualifications and experience
Benefits
- Perkbox membership
- Unum Help@Hand health and wellbeing services
- BUPA level 1 health expenses cover
- On-site gym
- On-site childcare
- Free on-site parking
- Excellent bus links
- Performance based annual bonus
- Cycle to work scheme
- Paid for company nights out
Ingenza believes that we best serve our customers by creating and supporting an inclusive and diverse team. All the qualified applicants will be considered regardless of their race, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, disabilities or age.