Bioscientists at Sygnature Discovery play an essential role in supporting and leading integrated preclinical drug discovery projects in collaboration with external clients. The growing department is looking for talented bioscientists across seniority levels to push and lead our capabilities even further.
As a Bioscientist you will join a dynamic department actively discovering new drugs for a broad range of molecular targets using diverse and industry-leading technical capabilities. Prior experience in drug discovery environments is highly desirable but not essential since full training is provided to allow you to develop key skills required for robust early-stage drug discovery in an integrated industrial environment.
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A PhD, or equivalent practical experience, in a relevant biological science and a keen interest in preclinical drug discovery and the application of translational research
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Desirable technical skills include those relating to research in subject areas such as pharmacology, biochemistry, enzymology, biophysics, or cell biology
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A demonstrated acumen for high-quality scientific research and an ability to apply robust scientific method to develop novel assays from first principles and interpret complex biological data
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The ability to actively participate in progressing projects as part of interdisciplinary drug discovery teams using excellent communication skills to present complex scientific ideas and datasets to key stakeholders
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For Senior Bioscientist roles project and line management experience is desirable with the additional expectation of significant experience gained from working on projects with tangible drug discovery emphasis
In return you will receive an excellent training and benefits package, including a highly competitive salary which is reviewed annually, a bonus scheme, a well-regarded pension scheme, and private medical insurance. All our benefits are tailored to enhancing your experience at Sygnature as it is important to us that you share in our success.
We also recognise that the environment you work in is a priority, so we have built a collaborative and supportive culture with plenty of opportunities to grow and succeed, tailored to individual and business needs. This includes an excellent set of bespoke training and development courses to accelerate both your scientific and personal career growth.
Since 2011, 34 compounds discovered by Sygnature for customers have entered pre-clinical development. So far, 17 of these have progressed to clinical trials (Phases I, II and III). In 2017, Sygnature Discovery received the prestigious Queen’s Award for Enterprise for International Trade, in 2020 the Medilink Outstanding Achievement Award, and in 2021 the Bionow Company of the Year Award.
For more information, visit www.sygnaturediscovery.com/careers.
If you’re interested in joining a company that places people at the heart of its business, please apply through the link and include:
1) Your CV
2) A covering letter that briefly outlines your suitability for the role and your current notice period (if applicable)
3) Confirmation of your status of eligibility to work in the UK (we can consider sponsoring potential employees with relevant levels of qualifications and experience under a Skilled Worker Visa).
Your application will be submitted through our trusted partners, Lever, but only employees of Sygnature Discovery will review your application and personal data.
We will be interviewing on an ongoing basis, so please submit your application as soon as possible. We look forward to hearing from you.
If you have any questions or need further information, please contact the Careers team at
[email protected].
Please do not submit your application to this email address.