Molecular Biologist - FTC
Listed on 2026-11-02
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Research/Development
Research Scientist, Biotech Research, Biotechnology, Genetics / Genomics
Molecular Biologist - 12-Month FTC (Maternity Cover)
Guildford, Surrey - Laboratory-based
Full-time | 37.5 hours per week
Are you a hands-on Molecular Biologist looking to apply your expertise to the development of gene therapies?
Cranleigh STEM is partnering with an innovative biotechnology company developing delivery technologies for nucleic acids and RNA-based therapeutics. We’re recruiting a Molecular Biologist to join its R&D team on a 12-month fixed-term maternity cover contract
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Working closely with senior scientists, you’ll design and conduct experiments, interpret results and contribute to an established research programme exploring gene delivery and expression.
The role:- Design, execute and validate molecular and cellular experiments.
- Investigate gene knockdown and expression using nucleic acid delivery technologies.
- Evaluate outcomes from in vitro and in vivo gene therapy research.
- Develop and optimise laboratory protocols, including stability testing.
- Analyse and present experimental data, maintaining accurate laboratory records.
- Manage competing project priorities and collaborate with a multidisciplinary R&D team.
- An MSc in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics or a related life science discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
- A strong understanding of genetic engineering and gene therapy processes.
- Proven hands‑on mammalian cell culture experience, including cell viability assays such as MTT or Presto Blue.
- Practical experience in RT-qPCR and gene expression analysis
, including data interpretation. - Experience with DNA/RNA extraction, nucleic acid quantification, gel electrophoresis, cell transfection and fluorescence‑based assays.
- Familiarity with light and fluorescence microscopy.
- Confidence analysing and presenting data using Excel and Graph Pad Prism.
- A methodical approach, strong attention to detail and the ability to learn new protocols quickly and work with minimal supervision.
A PhD or relevant Master's research thesis, alongside biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry experience, would be advantageous.
What’s on offer:28 days’ annual leave plus public holidays, pro rata.
The opportunity to contribute to innovative therapeutic research.
A permanent position may be considered at the end of the contract, depending on business needs and performance.
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