Biomarker Transcriptomics Scientist

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  • Job type

    Contract
  • Location

    Slough
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Scientific And Engineering
  • Industry

    Scientific and R&D
  • Pay

    £22 - £26 per hour

Biomarker Transcriptomics Scientist | Early Clinical Development | Bioanalysis | Interim

Your new company

A global biopharmaceutical leader is looking for a high calibre scientist to join their Early Clinical Development and Translation Science department. This department provides guidance and support in integrated pharmacokinetics / pharmacodynamics, clinical development, biomarker analysis and immunogenicity. This will be a 12-month contract joining their site in Slough. This company commits their work to improving the lives of people living with severe neurological and immunological conditions with a strong focus on research and teamwork.

Your new role

  • Support bioanalysis & biomarker activities in the progression from research into clinic
  • Support clinical transcriptomics as a Subject-Matter Expert
  • Responsible for planning & technical oversight of Biomarker Transcriptomics activities outsourced to CROs.
  • Be aware of new and emerging techniques & approaches relevant to the transcriptomics & biomarker fields
  • Support development of biomarker assays in the laboratory

What you'll need to succeed

  • B.Sc. / higher academic qualification in a biological discipline
  • Good theoretical understanding of the principals of molecular biology & transcriptomic (RNA sequencing & RT-qPCR)
  • Practical experience of the complete workform for RNA sequencing experiments
  • Understanding of applying biomarker analysis to clinical studies
  • Proven practical experience in RNA extraction from a variety of biofluids
  • Desirable to have experience of working with CROs & using O-LINK for protein analysis
  • Ability to handle time effectively by juggling multiple deadlines & meeting demands
  • Advantageous of working in a pharmaceutical drug discovery and development environment

What you'll get in return

  • Excellent opportunity to join a leading biopharmaceutical company and make meaningful contributions to biomarker and bioanalytical strategies
  • Opportunity to expand skills & work flexibility on lab-based projects in the Biomarker Assay Sciences Team alongside other Biomarker specialists
  • Competitive salary
  • Benefits package

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

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