Biochemistry Scientist I

Oxford Nanopore Technologies is headquartered at the Oxford Science Park outside Oxford, UK, with satellite offices and a commercial presence in many global locations across the US, APAC and Europe. Oxford Nanopore employs from multiple subject areas including nanopore science, molecular biology and applications, informatics, engineering, electronics, manufacturing and commercialisation. Our Biologics Development team is responsible for the improvement and performance of all biological components contained within our sample preparation kits and flowcells. We are seeking highly motivated individual with great lab-based skills to join the team as a Protein Biochemist. As part of the wider R&D division we work collaboratively to deliver new chemistries from conception to customers. The role, based at the company’s Oxford headquarters, will support the development of new nanopore sequencing products, focussing on delivery of improvements to fundamental performance metrics improving outcomes and utility for users of the ONT platform. The successful candidate will be responsible for the design, purification and analysis of key protein components that form the backbone of the RNA and DNA sequencing chemistries as well as any future nanopore sensing applications. Experience in lab-scale purification of proteins using a variety of chromatographic methods with AKTA (or similar) purification systems. Familiarity with, Python, R or command line programming for data science. Carrying out expression and purification of protein variants aimed at improving the performance of our nanopore sensing applications Devising improvements to expression and purification methods to improve quality, yield and utility. Robust and thorough data analysis of any conducted experiments and accurate reporting to the wider team and division. The successful candidate will hold a BSc/Msc in biochemistry, chemistry or a related field including 1 year of independent laboratory experience either as part of, or post qualification. The role is suited for a dedicated individual eager to learn and grow, who will be provided with extensive training and mentorship to support their development. We offer outstanding benefits to include an attractive bonus, generous pension contributions, private healthcare and an excellent starting salary. Based within beautiful, landscaped surroundings with tree-lined walks, water features and a lake, all of which make for a wonderful working environment. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person’s gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation.