Production Scientist I in Kidlington

• Department: Production and Skilled Trades

Company Description

LGC Genomics and Diagnostics develops and manufactures a comprehensive portfolio of catalogue and custom-developed diagnostic quality solutions and component materials for the extended life sciences industry. We partner with IVD assay developers, and pharmaceutical, CRO and academic institutions in commercialization activities across the entire diagnostic pipeline. Laboratorians and diagnostic professionals across disciplines of clinical chemistry, immunochemistry, serology, molecular diagnostics, and clinical genomics rely on LGC’s products to support accurate and reliable diagnostic results.

Our operating entities include Maine Standards Company, SeraCare Life Sciences, and Technopath Clinical Diagnostics, which are in vitro diagnostics (IVD) manufacturers of quality measurement tools (calibrators, controls, linearity, EQA/PT, biological materials), the Native Antigen Company, which is a manufacturer and supplier of viral antigens and LGC Proficiency Testing a global leader in PT schemes. We operate FDA-registered and ISO 13485-accredited facilities in Maine (USA), Massachusetts (USA), Maryland (USA), Tipperary (Ireland), ISO 9001-accredited facility in Oxford, UK, and Traverse City, Michigan US.

Each day, our world-class staff, scientific expertise, operational efficiency, and superior quality systems are ready to support the range of advanced technologies that collectively improve patient outcomes - from the widely adopted and established through to cutting-edge NGS and precision diagnostics.

Job Description

We are currently seeking a Production Scientist I to join The Native Antigen Company Production Team at our Kidlington, Oxford location. This outstanding opportunity will allow you to be at the forefront of scientific innovation, contributing to groundbreaking research and development projects.

As a Production Scientist I, you will primarily be based within our Microbiology department, supporting a range of activities including bacteria production, E.coli enzyme production and plasmid production. While your main focus will be Microbiology, there may be opportunities and business needs that require you to support and receive cross‑training in other areas, including cell culture, protein purification, genotyping mastermix production, PCR testing, product aliquoting, and quality control testing. You will also assist with inventory management, database maintenance, and the receipt of incoming shipments. Comprehensive training will be provided to support your development and broaden your laboratory skills and expertise.

Responsibilities

• Carry out bacteria culture, Large scale E.coli enzyme production, protozoan productionand plasmid production within the Microbiology department.
• Support the following areas as required:
  • Production of suspension and adherent cell culture
  • Generate and purify recombinant proteins using established laboratory processes.
  • Support scale‑up activities for recombinant and native production.
  • Mastermix production and PCR testing
  • DNA extraction
• Prepare, aliquot, label and package products in accordance with approved procedures.
• Perform quality control assays and accurately record and report results.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and support stock control activities.
• Manage laboratory databases and ensure production and quality records are maintained.
• Receive, inspect and process incoming materials and shipments.
• Undertake cross‑training in additional production and quality activities to support business needs and personal development.

Qualifications

• Educational background in a science‑related field or relevant practical lab experience
• Zeal for progressing technologies to elevate patient outcomes
• Dedication to our core principles: Passion, Curiosity, Integrity, Brilliance, and Respect

Additional Information

ABOUT LGC:

LGC is a leading, global life science tools company, providing mission‑critical components and solutions into high‑growth application areas across the human healthcare and applied market segments. Its high‑quality product portfolio is comprised of mission‑critical tools for genomic analysis and for quality assurance applications, which are typically embedded and recurring within our customers’ products and workflows and are valued for their performance, quality, and range.

OUR VALUES

• PASSION
• CURIOSITY
• INTEGRITY
• BRILLIANCE
• RESPECT

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

LGC strongly believes that every job applicant and employee should be valued for their individual talents regardless of age, disability, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion, or belief. Short listing, interviewing and selection will always be carried out without regard to gender, sexual orientation, marital status, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, age, or trade union membership.