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DNA Scientist I

Source Bioscience

Job Location:

Histon - UK

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 27 May 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 24 August 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week Monday Friday
The role requires shift work with core working hours between 9.00 am and midnight.

We are seeking a scientist who ideally will have some laboratory experience in molecular biology techniques and an eye for detail. The successful candidate may be a recent graduate or may have acquired appropriate experience within a laboratory and will understand the principles of confidentiality and data protection. You will be responsible for a wide range of tasks including extracting DNA processing DNA samples for sequencing data analysis as well as participation in other research projects. Candidates will also be expected to cover within other departments within the facility when required.

Applicants should possess good interpersonal skills practice meticulous record keeping and be conscientious and reliable in their approach to work. DNA sequencing genotyping/gene expression and robotics experience would be an advantage as would any experience of working in a service orientated industry.

Summary:

The overall objective is to deliver either with single responsibility or in shared projects services from the portfolio to customers of Source BioScience.

Data is to be delivered promptly within agreed KPIs in approved formats whilst keeping meticulously maintained records using LIMS and paper-based formats as appropriate.

The post holder will be expected to perform data analysis.

They will also be expected to undertake general laboratory maintenance and routine tasks including preparation of buffers and reagents lab tidying etc. The post-holder will be expected to maintain quality standards.

Duties:

Perform and adhere to SOP when undertaking laboratory tasks in support of project progression working independently or in conjunction with other team members.
Be able to observe and report problems encountered with possible hardware failure or sample related issues.
Teamwork balancing the different demands and priorities placed upon them by the other members of the group and customers. Working to deadlines and making effective use of the time and resources available
Reply to routine enquiries from customers via telephone email etc and provide technical support to the commercial department
Excellent communication skills are required to communicate with colleagues and management and report to customers in a professional and succinct manner
Meticulous nature with a high degree of accuracy is required
Self-motivated with a proven good attendance record
To respect the confidentiality of all matters that may be learned relating to employment and other members of staff
To dress and act in a professional manner as per Company Policy

To comply with all quality control procedures to support maintenance of the Source BioSciences Quality Management System
To comply with safe working practices in accordance with Company safety policies
To participate in the Annual Joint Staff Review process in accordance with Company Policy
To perform any other duties as may be reasonably required commensurate with grade and experience
Attend any training endeavours as appropriate to role or as reasonably requested by Line Manager

Skills:

Good Interpersonal Skills
Meticulous Record Keeping
Conscientious
Reliable
Previous sequence/genotyping and robotics experience would be advantageous

Please do not apply for this position unless you are able to demonstrate the criteria we are seeking within your CV.

Due to the volume of applications we apologise that we are unable to respond individually to each application. If we have not contacted you within 7 working days your application has been unsuccessful and your details have not been retained. Please feel free to apply for any other position you may see in the future.

Qualifications :

Degree or equivalent experience

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