Antibody Development Scientist

You’ll be joining an experienced team in a leading biopharmaceutical organisation focused on advancing innovative antibody and protein therapeutics. You’ll be part of a collaborative R&D environment dedicated to developing high‑quality formulations that support all stages of product development.

This is initially a 12 month contract position that has the potential to extend.

The role is fully based on site at the company's labs.

As a Scientist in antibody formulation development, you will support non‑clinical and clinical programs by developing, analysing, and optimising formulations for monoclonal antibodies and novel therapeutic formats.

• Performing analytical and formulation experiments to support toxicology and clinical studies
• Conducting protein/antibody analysis using methods such as HPLC/UPLC, iCE, UV spectroscopy, DLS, CGE, rheology, and sub‑visible particle analysis
• Supporting pre‑formulation and formulation laboratory activities, including setup and resource coordination
• Authoring protocols, reports, and technical documentation based on an understanding of protein degradation mechanisms
• Presenting findings to project teams and internal stakeholders
• Contributing to technology platform improvements, including automation where applicable

You should have:

• An MSc or PhD (or equivalent experience) in Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Biology, or a related discipline
• Strong hands‑on lab experience with the analysis of large molecules (proteins, peptides, antibodies, etc) using a variety of techniques, preferably in an industry setting, eg a pharmaceutical company, biotech or CRO
• Direct experience with protein/antibody analytical methods (HPLC/UPLC, iCE, UV, DLS, CGE, rheology, MFI)
• Experience in formulation development and/or automation is an advantage
• Excellent communication, organisation, and teamwork abilities

All candidates MUST have the right to work in the UK without visa sponsorship until at least December 2027.

You’ll get a good daily rate as well as the chance to impact the company's projects all the way from preclinical through to late phase clinical studies while working with a highly collaborative and friendly team.

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