At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team to develop and implement protein purification processes.
- Company: Randox, a leading diagnostics company improving health globally.
- Benefits: Full-time permanent role with competitive pay and great work-life balance.
- Other info: Dynamic team environment with opportunities for career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in healthcare while working with cutting-edge technology.
- Qualifications: BSc in Biochemistry or related field; experience in protein purification is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Randox is a world leader in diagnostics for clinical healthcare, toxicology, and food security. Our expertise and product portfolio have assisted laboratories across the world in improving health and saving lives. We are proud to have been named the Number 1 company in Northern Ireland for the second consecutive year in the Belfast Telegraph Top 100 Companies List for 2024.
We require highly motivated Protein Purification Scientists to join our growing downstream processing team for the processing of proteins from recombinant and native sources (animal and human derived materials). Scientists will be involved in all aspects of the development, implementation and operation of downstream processing and protein purification from R&D to pilot and process scale.
Location: 61 Largy Road, Crumlin, Co Antrim, BT29 4RR.
Contract: Full time, Permanent.
Working hours: 4 10 hour shifts, 7.30 am to 6.10 pm Monday to Thursday or Tuesday to Friday.
Right to work requirement: Candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK for a minimum of 12 months from the application date. The role includes a 9 month probationary period; visa sponsorship will not be offered at the point of hire.
Key duties of the role include:
- FPLC purification using multiple chromatography types (Affinity, IEX, SEC, etc.)
- Preparation of resins and columns for chromatography
- Preparation of buffers for all processes
- Chemical extraction and precipitation of raw materials
- Centrifugation
- Normal flow/depth filtration
- Tangential flow filtration for concentration and diafiltration
- Analytical methods for in-process and final product QC
- Routine maintenance and calibration of equipment
Essential attributes:
- BSc in Biochemistry, Biochemical Engineering or related subject area.
- Ability to work independently within a multidisciplinary research team.
- Excellent organisational and communication skills (written and oral).
- Knowledge of purification methods.
- Ability to interpret and analyse data.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Desirable:
- Postgraduate qualification in a related field.
- Experience with FPLC or other protein purification.
- Experience with analytical methods (e.g., HPLC/UPLC, Capillary Electrophoresis, Mass Spec, SDS PAGE).
- Understanding of protein chemistry.
- Experience in method development in an industrial setting.
26N/PPSD - Protein Purification Scientist in Crumlin employer: Randox Laboratories
Randox is an exceptional employer, recognised as the Number 1 company in Northern Ireland for two consecutive years, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration. Employees benefit from a supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth, particularly in the field of protein purification, while enjoying a balanced work schedule of four 10-hour shifts. Located in Crumlin, Co Antrim, Randox provides a unique chance to contribute to meaningful advancements in healthcare and diagnostics, making it a rewarding place to build a career.
