Senior Scientist​/Associate Principal Scientist – Biophysics & Protein Science

Concept Life Sciences is seeking a talented and experienced scientist to support the delivery of drug discovery projects within our Protein Science, Biophysics and Structural Biology department. This role is suited to either an established Senior Scientist or an emerging Associate Principal S cientist looking to take greater ownership of projects, own client interactions, and drive scientific excellence.

You will play a key role in delivering Biophysics and Protein Science projects, working both independently and collaboratively to generate high‑quality data and insights, supporting project goals and contributing to scientific decision‑making.

You will lead small-to-medium client projects, ensuring delivery to quality, time, and budget whilst working collaboratively with internal stakeholders and external clients.

Some travel may be required, including occasional visits to our Chapel‑en‑le‑Frith site.

• Strong hands‑on experience across Biophysical techniques (e.g. SPR, GCI, ITC, DLS, DSF, SEC‑MALS) and Protein Production across a breadth of targets in Drug Discovery.
• Proven ability to work independently in a lab‑based role and in making recommendations for capability development.
• Experience leading scientific projects demonstrating good scientific judgement and problem‑solving skills with external clients / partners.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to present data and collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders (ie. clients)
• Experience mentoring, training, or supporting junior scientists is desirable
• Relevant degree (PhD preferred or equivalent experience)

In addition to a competitive salary, we provide generous holiday entitlement, a pension scheme with enhanced employer contributions, a health cash plan covering a range of therapy treatments, a cycle to work scheme, a retail discount scheme, death in service benefit, a discretionary bonus scheme, and free on‑site parking.

You’ll also have access to our BHN Extras platform, offering cashback, discounts, and tech/home purchases via salary sacrifice.

Colleague wellbeing is important to us - we offer 24/7 virtual GP access, emotional support services, and a comprehensive wellbeing hub. We’re proud of our inclusive, supportive culture and provide a range of learning and development opportunities to help you grow both personally and professionally.

Concept Life Sciences is a multi‑disciplined Contract Research Organisation based in the UK providing market‑leading scientific services globally. Over the past 25 years, Concept Life Sciences and its heritage companies have played a pivotal role in guiding numerous clients along their path to clinical success and many of these clients have evolved into enduring scientific collaborators.

From our 4 sites across the UK, we provide world‑leading expertise to the pharmaceutical, biotech, agrochemical, and material science industries. We have clients across Europe, Asia, and the US, who value our knowledge‑based, science‑led, and customer‑focused approach.