Research Associate (6 months maternity cover)

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Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences diagnostics and biotechnology

At Abcam one ofDanahers15 operating companies our work saves livesand were all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact.

Youll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danahers system of continuous improvement you help turn ideas into impact innovating at the speed of life.

Progress happens together

AtAbcam we believe the scientific communitygoes further faster when we go there together. Thats why we work with life scientists to provide biological reagents and solutions that enable fasterbreakthroughs in critical areas like cancer neurological disorders infectious diseases and metabolic talented team of over1400 colleagues worldwide is our greatestasset. By applying our expertise and pushing boundaries together we strive to better serve our customers strengthen our impact across our industry and ultimately our positive impact onsociety.

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We are looking for a Research Associate who will support the manufacture assembly and quality control (QC) of products across our Cambridge Conjugation Kits and Accessories portfolio. They will also be responsible for carrying out Direct and Sandwich ELISA (QC) testing antibody conjugation lateral flow assays protein desalting and assay trend analysis ensuring the generation of accurate high-quality results and supporting the delivery of products and services that meet customer requirements.

This position reports to the Production Manager and is part of the Conjugation team within In-House Manufacturing located in Cambridge UK and will be an on-site full-time lab based role.

In this role you will have the opportunity to:

• Perform LN2 snap-freezing antibody conjugation and protein desalting activities in accordance with established procedures and quality standards.

• Conduct Direct and Sandwich ELISA quality control assays and lateral flow assays ensuring the accurate generation recording and reporting of results.

• Carry out assay trend analysis to monitor performance identify deviations and trends and support data-driven continuous improvement and quality assurance activities.

• Maintain accurate records of experimental data using Batch Manufacturing Records (BMRs) laboratory notebooks and our Oracle ERP system ensuring adherence to SOPs and ISO9001:2015 standards.

• Support continuous improvement activities to improve manufacturing processes.

• Maintain accurate inventory records for raw materials consumables reagents and finished goods ensuring stock levels are aligned with operational requirements.

The essential requirements of the job include:

• Life Sciences degree (or equivalent) with hands-on laboratory experience gained through academic study or industry including pipetting and liquid handling reagent and buffer preparation sample handling and data recording. Familiarity with GLP laboratory safety procedures COSHH regulations and working in accordance with SOPs is desirable.

• Strong attention to detail and a passion for laboratory-based work with the ability to adapt to changing priorities and customer needs.

• Effective communicator and collaborative team player able to work independently when required.

.It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• Use of an ERP system.

• Experience operating an ÄKTA system including Unicorn method editing/writing.

• Experience working in an industrial setting especially under ISO9001 standards.

• Familiarity with GLP laboratory safety procedures COSHH regulations and working in accordance with SOPs is desirable.

Abcam a Danaher operating company offers a broad array of comprehensive competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether its a health care program or paid time off our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits atDanaher Benefits Info.

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Join our winning team today. Together well accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrows science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.

Join our winning team today. Together well accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrows science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.

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