Research Scientist Mansfield, England
Job description
ADAS, part of the RSK Group, is seeking a Research Scientist to work in the Biotechnology division on a permanent basis. This role will be lab based out of the Nottingham site.
ADAS Biotechnology is a small R&D and laboratory service provider operating from laboratories in South Nottingham. We develop and apply novel molecular diagnostics and immunoassays for a variety of internal and external clients in the broad areas of veterinary, agricultural and environmental diagnostics (eDNA analysis), and offer a range of commercial services for routine analytical testing.
As part of our plan to grow the business we are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic graduate scientist to join our laboratory team. The role will entail working with a small group of scientists in the delivery of a number of different projects, reporting data to the study directors.
Responsibilities
- Delivery of client projects by optimising techniques, following detailed standard operating procedures (SOP) and performing experiments as required.
- Work as part of the team to ensure that laboratories and equipment are maintained as required.
- To develop new SOPs and procedures for additional processes.
- Complete all laboratory work to the highest possible standard, with close attention to record keeping and adherence to business H&S, environmental and quality standards.
Qualifications/Experience
- A degree in biosciences or equivalent.
- Previous experience in molecular biology techniques- (PCR, RT-PCR, nucleic extraction and quantification, DNA sequencing and sequence analysis, DNA cloning, cell culture, phage display, immunoassays such as ELISA and Western blotting, microbiological techniques) would be ideal, but full training to the appropriate candidate would be given in post.
Salary / Benefits
- £26,000 - £30,000 depending on experience
- A wide range of training opportunities available
- Healthcash plan and access to mental health support
- Contributory Pension Scheme
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RSK Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Working alongside landowners, farmers, and growers since 1946, we have been providing ideas, specialist knowledge, and solutions to secure our food and enhance the environment for over 75 years.
Our aim is to help address the challenges and opportunities faced by organisations working in food production and the natural environment, and we continue to thrive by attracting innovative thinkers into our workforce.
We currently have over 400 employees delivering solutions in 60 specialist subjects, making us the UK’s largest independent provider of agricultural and environmental consultancy, rural development services, research and development, and policy advice. Whether you want to work on national or international projects, we can provide a varied career in a wide array of industries and public sector services.
ADAS is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then. In fact, Environment Analyst recently highlighted RSK’s growth commenting, “Few companies in the environmental services sector can claim to be expanding at the same pace as RSK.” Today, RSK Group consists of over 120 businesses and employs over 7,000 specialists. The group is headquartered in the United Kingdom and has an established presence in more than 40 countries around the world.
