Cell Culture Scientist in Stevenage

We are seeking a highly motivated and ambitious candidate to join the PerkinElmer OneSource Scientific Services team based at one of our customer sites in Stevenage, UK. The successful candidate will be working within the PerkinElmer Technical Lab Services (TLS) division and will be placed within a research unit at the customer site who have a focus on R&D activities in the field of biology and life sciences research and are at the forefront of developing innovative and life‑changing medicines for patients. The candidate will work within a collaborative team environment across a diverse biotherapeutic portfolio within the company and can develop in PerkinElmer’s scientific arena.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform routine laboratory research activities including but not limited to cell culture, sample preparation and assay reagent and media supply.
• Perform various biological assays as determined by the specific departmental work project or package and using both manual and automated techniques.
• Analysis and reporting of data using corporate tools; application of QC rules to show acceptability.
• Track assay performance metrics and communicate issues and suggest improvements to current assay methodology, supporting evaluation of new technologies where applicable.
• Be an active member of the scientific teams – contribute at team meetings by presenting data and looking for opportunities for innovation.
• Maintain training and compliance in areas of health and safety, security, environmental and operational aspects of daily activities in the working environment.
• Actively seek opportunities to develop the service by discussion with the team leader and customer or by sharing the best practice(s) with other groups.
• Operate to approved quality standards.
• Work independently and flexibly depending on team priorities and set realistic work schedules to support requirements.

Critical Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal.
• Self‑motivated and able to work under pressure to prioritize conflicting deadlines.
• Ability to meet timelines successfully with the utmost attention to detail while setting high-performance standards.
• Service‑oriented attitude combined with innovative thinking.
• Strong interpersonal skills; strong team player with customer satisfaction focus.
• Ability to execute new and established methods and protocols.
• Ability to understand, interpret, and communicate complex scientific data.
• Understanding of standard software packages (e.g. Microsoft Office).

Basic Qualifications

• BSc or equivalent in a relevant scientific subject (e.g. Biology, Biotechnology or Biomedical Sciences), with relevant laboratory experience.
• 1–2 years of demonstrated work in a laboratory environment following defined protocols and SOPs, performing cell culture and several laboratory bioassays using manual and automated techniques.
• Demonstrable working experience with advanced cell culture techniques including organoid cultures, organ on a chip, iPSC cultures and/or air/liquid interface models.
• Knowledgeable in good laboratory practices (GLP) and good laboratory safety practices.

Preferred Qualifications

• A proven background of training staff in laboratory techniques.
• Computational skills preferred for enabling automated data acquisition and analysis, and familiarity with related data analysis applications.
• Knowledge of GCP, GCLP and GMP principles in the pharmaceutical environment.
• Knowledge of 5S and/or 6 sigma principles is a plus.
• Masters or Doctorate qualification in a relevant scientific subject (e.g. Biology, Biotechnology or Biomedical Sciences).

What we offer

• 25 days of annual leave plus all Bank Holidays.
• Income Protection Insurance that ensures your income is protected when life takes the unexpected turn.
• Life Assurance for added peace of mind.
• Access to our WeCare Programme, offering medical, mental health, legal, and financial support.
• MyStrength – a personalised wellbeing app.
• AXA Health & Wellbeing App to help you stay on top of your health.
• Private Medical Insurance, including Doctor at Hand for 24/7, 365 access to a GP.
• Enhanced company pension contributions (subject to increased employee contribution) to help you plan for the future.
• Exclusive discounts via Benefit Hub and BHN Extras.
• Generous employee referral rewards.
• Season Ticket Loan Scheme to make commuting easier.
• Cycle to Work Scheme promoting a healthier, greener commute.

Working Environment

• Must be able to work in a laboratory and controlled environments requiring personal protective equipment (e.g., lab coat, safety glasses, etc.).
• Work with biohazards upon completion of blood borne pathogen surveillance.
• Hepatitis B vaccination may be required, vaccination programme in place for successful candidates who are not already vaccinated or require updated boosters. Opt out optional.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position more than 25% of the time.
• Potential risk to lab‑based hazards including but not limited to extreme temperature, biological materials, and hazardous chemicals.
• May be required to complete Medical Clearance, Respiratory Protection Training, and Fit Testing to wear a respirator as protection against hazards present in the laboratory environment.