Senior Scientist, Gene Editing

Oxford, United Kingdom

Our client has built a reputation for new ideas, new technologies and new ways of thinking about the future. They are currently recruiting for a Senior Scientist  to join their rapidly expanding team

Responsibilities:

• Independently design and/or troubleshoot complex issues with CRISPR Gene Editing and Virus Packaging
• Provide customized consultation services based on an intrinsic knowledge of  service options for Gene Editing service
• Develop new operational procedures and improve existing procedures for process improvement
• Be able to effectively summarize and clearly report on a wide range of service line related tasks
• Drives execution of the project in a manner that achieves delivery, project goals/objectives and the agreed plan without compromising project deliverables or relationships.
• Review and sign-off on quotes and project reports written by junior group members

Qualifications:

• PhD in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology or a related discipline is required
• Post-doctoral work experience preferred
• Bilingual in Mandarin strongly preferred
• Knowledge of gene editing techniques, including plasmid construction, cell culture, cell transfection, virus (lentivirus and AAV) packaging preferred
• Experience working with mammalian cell line, and working in a regulatory environment are preferred
• Experience performing laboratory work at a biosafety level 2 (BSL-2) level
• Team player with a strong customer orientation • Ability to multi-task with a drive to meet deadlines
• Detail oriented, with a strong record keeping skills • Outstanding interpersonal skills; both verbal and written