Research Associate

**Company Description**:
**From global research discoveries to clinical breakthroughs - our vision is to become the most influential life sciences company for researchers. If you are motivated by making a real impact to people’s life and have a desire to work in a passionate and diverse community, Abcam is the place for you.**

Our culture is driven by our dedicated, agile and audacious community of professionals who are driven by a combined purpose and sense of belonging. We’re incredibly proud to be recognised as one of the top 5 best places to work in the UK for two years running, as per Glassdoor’s Employees’ Choice Award.

**About the role**

As Research Associate you will be primarily responsible for the Production and Quality Control of all Kit Components used in ELISA and _SureFire_ immunoassay technologies at TGR BioSciences/Abcam in accordance with GLP. This position reports directly to the Production and Quality Managers (both ELISA and _SureFire_). In addition, the position requires liaison with:

- Manufacturing Staff
- Purchasing Staff
- R&D Staff

**Roles & Responsibilities**
- Prepare kit components for ELISA and _SureFire_ immunoassay platforms as directed.
- Perform QC experiments on assay kit components as directed in an efficient and accurate manner.
- Culturing of mammalian cell lines to support the cell biology related aspects of TGR’s core business.
- Perform tasks in accordance with current approved procedures.
- Assist with the update of production and quality control procedures, as required.
- Assist with training of new staff, as required.
- Perform general lab tasks such as lab stocking and cleaning.
- Regular attendance and input with Quality Lab Meetings.
- Maintain lab as a clean and safe environment to company OH&S standards.

**Qualifications**:
**About you**
- Tertiary Qualifications (to Bachelor level) in Science or Biotechnology with Honours preferable.
- Team oriented worker who demonstrates a high level of care with the quality of their work.
- Sound written and oral communication skills.
- Sound understanding of immunoassay analytical techniques.
- Sound understanding of Microsoft Excel.
- High analytical and problem-solving skills.
- High level of attention to detail.
- High level of flexibility and tolerance.

**Additional Information**:
We know that when it comes to benefits, no one size fits all. Flexibility and choice matter which is why we offer all kinds of ways to enable you and your loved ones to be well and live well. You can expect;
- A culture focused on well-being and opportunities for growth and development. We provide a wide range of training opportunities, for both professional and personal development.
- The freedom to work in a way that works for you, with a focus on maximising productivity and innovation at work whilst reducing environmental impact.
- A performance-based share plan, inspiring and rewarding our people as we deliver Abcam’s strategy.

Abcam is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes all employment decisions without regard to age, national origin, race, ethnicity, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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