Research Assistant

OGT is a leading global provider of clinical and diagnostic genomic solutions. We believe in creating products and partnerships that enable clinicians to deliver personalised healthcare to patients and that empower clinical researchers to develop the next generation of precision medicines.

Are you looking for a change in your career, are you an ambitious and motivated individual? This could be the role for you!

An opportunity has arisen for a Research Assistant to support the R&D team which is responsible for all research and development activity within the organisation. This role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to molecular biology projects, support new product and process development.

Due to the nature of the projects, this role is suited to somebody who is highly organised and will take pride in delivering high-quality R&D work whilst suggesting process improvement to increase efficiency.

Your Duties Will Include:

• To complete and contribute to a variety of molecular biology projects, including:
• Provide assistance in the day-to-day running of the laboratory, including:
• Health and safety, Information security and quality, including:
• To complete any other tasks commensurate with the level and nature of the post as delegated by the Head of Research/Development.
• Experimental design and implementation of laboratory work
• Contributing to the research, development, and improvement of new and existing assays
• Making recommendations to senior staff in a timely, thorough, and coherent manner
• Reporting on a weekly and monthly basis
• Monitoring relevant scientific literature
• Maintaining lab books / electronic records
• Presenting data at internal meetings
• Maintenance of Good Laboratory Practice (GLP)
• Assistance with the development and execution of research protocols involving molecular biology
• Complying with all the companies’ health and safety, information security and quality standard policies
• Generate, and update where necessary, Risk Assessments (RAs), COSHH forms and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

What we’re looking for in you:

Essential

• BSc degree in Life Sciences or relative discipline
• Molecular biology/genetics knowledge
• Strong desire to perform lab-based research and innovative development work
• Motivated and enthusiastic with good attention to detail
• Good IT skills and ability to present complex datasets
• Good time management skills: flexibility to multitask, ability to perform complex studies in parallel with minimal supervision to agreed deadlines.

Desirable

• Hands-on experience in molecular biology assay execution (sequencing or other)
• Ability to ensure integrity of scientific data, including troubleshooting, problem identification, resolution, and communication
• Training/working knowledge of bioinformatics.

In Return You Will Receive:

• Competitive salary
• Pension Scheme (10% non-contributory)
• Private Health Insurance
• Private Dental Insurance
• Group Income Protection
• Group Life Assurance
• 25 days holiday plus UK bank holidays
• High Street Discount Scheme.

Application is via CV and a one-page covering letter outlining your suitability for the role, salary expectations and notice period.

Please note that we will need to establish your right to work during the recruitment process.