Analytical Scientist II

Are you ready to make a groundbreaking impact in the world of biotechnology? Join a growing company that’s shaping the future of healthcare and science.

R&D Partners is excited to be partnered with an emerging innovator at the forefront of cell and gene therapy bioprocessing who are looking to recruit a talented Analytical Scientist II to join their growing team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the development and characterisation of cutting edge biopolymers and next generation analytical tools that are shaping the future of advanced therapies. Working in a highly collaborative, hands on laboratory environment, you’ll take ownership of designing, executing, and interpreting affinity-based analytical methods, with a strong emphasis on Bio-Layer Interferometry (BLI) and Surface Plasmon Resonance (SPR).

Beyond day to day experimentation, you’ll play an influential role in method development, optimisation, validation, and innovation across a portfolio of interdisciplinary projects. If you thrive on scientific problem solving, fast paced discovery, and generating high quality data with real impact, this environment will suit you perfectly.

Please note that to be considered for this role you must have the right to work in this location.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and perform BLI and SPR affinity measurements to determine binding kinetics, specificity, and affinity for polymers, biomolecules and viral vector targets.
• Develop, optimise, and troubleshoot affinity-based analytical assays supporting both early?stage and late-stage R&D programmes.
• Act as the subject matter expert (SME) for BLI and SPR within the analytical team, guiding colleagues and shaping best practice.
• Support broader analytical activities including polymer and biomolecule characterisation using complementary biophysical techniques.
• Conduct robust data processing, statistical analysis, and ensure meticulous scientific documentation.
• Contribute to experimental planning, execution, and reporting across multi-disciplinary project groups.
• Produce clear technical reports, SOPs, and work instructions as needed.
• Support method validation and analytical transfer to manufacturing or QC functions.
• Uphold excellent laboratory standards, maintain equipment, and ensure compliance with GLP and ISO9001 documentation requirements.
• Drive innovation through involvement in new method introduction, automation initiatives, and digitalisation projects.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

Essential

• Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, or a related scientific discipline.
• Proven years of industrial laboratory experience working with affinity?based analytical tools (e.g., BLI, SPR, or related label?free platforms).
• Demonstrated ability to independently design and execute experiments, analyse data, and interpret findings with clarity.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with proficiency in standard software tools (e.g., MS Office).
• Solid understanding of laboratory safety, documentation standards, and general analytical best practices.

Desirable

• Experience with Octet or Biacore systems, ideally within biologics or cell/gene therapy applications.
• Background in polymer analysis or biomolecular interaction characterisation.
• Familiarity with regulated environments such as ISO13485 or GMP.
• Experience with complementary biophysical methods (e.g., Flow Induced Dispersion Analysis (FIDA)).

For more information, please contact Sam Gibbons at sam.gibbons@r-dpartners.com

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