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Senior Scientist I - Characterisation | CMC - Oxford
Immunocore
Multiple locations
In office
Senior
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Immunocore (NASDAQ: IMCR) is a pioneering, commercial-stage T cell receptor biotechnology company whose purpose is to develop and commercialize a new generation of transformative medicines which address unmet patient needs in oncology, infectious diseases and autoimmune disease. Our leaders in R&D are internationally recognised as some of the biotech industry’s most successful drug developers. We are creating not just an environment where great minds can interact but an innovation powerhouse answering the big questions.

Focused on delivering first-in-class biological therapies to patients, we have developed a highly innovative soluble TCR platform. Our ImmTAX molecules underpin a new generation of precision engineered drugs that harness the immune system to treat a broad spectrum of diseases with high unmet medical need, including oncology, infectious diseases and autoimmune diseases.

At Immunocore, we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. We value the unique contributions each person brings to our team. By embracing Science, Trust, Respect, Integrity, Diversity, and Entrepreneurship (STRIDE), we create an environment where collaboration thrives, ideas flourish, and transformative changes happen. STRIDE represents more than just letters; it embodies our shared identity and drives our mission. We are dedicated to developing breakthrough therapies that transform patients’ lives, advancing medicine, and supporting one another in these pursuits.

Immunocore is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As such, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

To characterise the companies biotherapeutic recombinant T-cell receptor based and related molecules using a wide variety of protein characterisation and mass spectrometry methods. To contribute to the development of characterisation methods for the company’s biopharmaceutical products, including peptide mapping (LC-MS/MS) and intact mass spectrometry analysis.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

* Supporting drug substance and drug product impurity characterisation and identification
* Performing protein sequence and post translational modification identification, including glycosylation analysis.
* Supporting drug substance and drug product process development by performing characterisation of process intermediates
* Contribute to the Development of characterisation methods of ImmTAX and other products, including peptide mapping (LC-MS/MS) and intact mass analysis
* Designing and carrying out biochemical characterisation, chemical stability and comparability studies of biologics/drug products.
* Contribute to writing study protocols and reports.
* Independently testing and, increasingly, leading lines of investigation. Proposing new experiments based on emerging data and other related information. Providing support on technical aspects to others.
* Priorities: establishing priorities for own work and team-based projects; making decisions on prioritisation based on the overall goals of the team, department and project, using direct evidence and personal experience as guidance.
* Technical Knowledge: sharing knowledge with the wider team and, across departments representing the department. May also act as a mentor to other colleagues, sharing scientific knowledge. Providing analysis of new techniques and theories from outside the Company to advance the way the company works; sharing these with leaders across the department.
* Laboratory records: ensuring that all records and information are up to date, on time and recorded to the correct standard. Supporting and encouraging others to achieve this.
* Laboratory equipment: providing technical guidance to others within the team on how to use equipment most effectively.
* Reporting: communicating and presenting research findings at meetings with colleagues, senior management and partners.
* Adhere to safe working practices in laboratories according to Immunocore EHS policies.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Experience & knowledge

Essential

* Experience in development of HPLC based peptide mapping methods and mass spectrometric characterisation of recombinant proteins or antibodies.
* Experience of glycosylation analysis of recombinant proteins or antibodies.
* Independently coordinated extensive testing of protein biomolecules.
* Experienced in the characterisation of proteins expressed in both microbial and mammalian systems.
* Understanding of expected post-translational modifications in biological systems.
* Worked in a bench-based biopharmaceutical laboratory environment.
* Established as an expert amongst peers in one or more of the following areas:
o electrophoretic
o chromatographic
o mass spectrometry
* Experienced in assay development
* Familiar with biopharmaceutical stability study principles and interpretation thereof
* Worked and contributed actively in a diverse team environment
* Proposed and driven changes in working practices that have improved efficiency, supported teams through adoption and change
* Presented detailed scientific findings and papers to internal and external audiences

Desirable

* Experience of glycosylation analysis of recombinant proteins or antibodies
* Experience with late stage/commercial biopharmaceutical assay development and characterisation
* Familiar with the principles of Good Manufacturing Practise (GMP)
* Presented at external conferences
* Led a small project team, formally or informally, through a change in practice including project management
* Understanding of analytical requirements to support materials for use in clinical trials

Education & qualifications

* Essential: BSc. Or MSc. in biochemistry, biotechnology or related discipline
* Desirable: PhD in related discipline

Scientist - Infectious Diseases - Oxford
Immunocore
Multiple locations
In office
Graduate - Junior
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Immunocore (NASDAQ: IMCR) is a pioneering, commercial-stage T cell receptor biotechnology company whose purpose is to develop and commercialize a new generation of transformative medicines which address unmet patient needs in oncology, infectious diseases and autoimmune disease. Our leaders in R&D are internationally recognised as some of the biotech industry’s most successful drug developers. We are creating not just an environment where great minds can interact but an innovation powerhouse answering the big questions.

Focused on delivering first-in-class biological therapies to patients, we have developed a highly innovative soluble TCR platform. Our ImmTAX molecules underpin a new generation of precision engineered drugs that harness the immune system to treat a broad spectrum of diseases with high unmet medical need, including oncology, infectious diseases and autoimmune diseases.

At Immunocore, we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. We value the unique contributions each person brings to our team. By embracing Science, Trust, Respect, Integrity, Diversity, and Entrepreneurship (STRIDE), we create an environment where collaboration thrives, ideas flourish, and transformative changes happen. STRIDE represents more than just letters; it embodies our shared identity and drives our mission. We are dedicated to developing breakthrough therapies that transform patients’ lives, advancing medicine, and supporting one another in these pursuits.

Immunocore is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As such, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The primary purpose of this role is to contribute to cross functional efforts focused on applying the ImmTAX® platform or other modalities to the development of novel treatments for chronic infections, including HIV and HBV and EBV-associated diseases. The team is involved in multiple stages of the drug discovery and development process, from target discovery all the way to clinical trials. Examples of key preclinical research are published in Yang H et al., Mol Ther. 2016; 24,11; Fergusson J et al., Hepatology 2020; 72,5; Wallace Z et al., Mol Ther 2024; 32, 678.

The postholder will plan, design and execute experimental investigations to support the advancement of the Company pipeline, processes and technology capabilities, with guidance from their manager, ensuring that project goals are met within time and budget constraints. They will be expected to demonstrate technical proficiency, rigour in assessing their own data and that of others, scientific creativity and independent thought. This position requires participation and presentation of results at internal meetings, sharing information learned at external scientific meetings and establishing productive relationships with colleagues across Research and other departments.

Key Responsibilities:

* With instruction and guidance from manager - plan, design, and execute assignments to meet project goals within defined timeframes
* Execute experiments to address key scientific questions and enable project progression, utilizing range of molecular and cellular techniques including some of the following: NextGen sequencing, DD-PCR, qPCR, cell culture, flow cytometry, ELISpots, ELISAs,
* Some work will be conducted in a containment level 3 (CL3 facility) and will require handling of human viruses
* Analyse data, interpret results, and make recommendations
* Proactively expand scientific/technical knowledge in relevant fields including HIV/HBV/EBV related disease biology and drug development through review of scientific literature/ conference updates, peer to peer mentoring, and attendance at seminars/conferences in line with company strategy
* Work effectively in a matrixed team structure and as part of cross functional teams
* Participate and present results at internal meetings
* Establish relationships and possible collaborations within and outside of the company

Education, Experience and Knowledge:

Essential Qualifications:

* PhD in molecular biology, cell biology, genomics, virology, immunology, or related discipline and 0-2 years related experience
* Alternatively, a BSc or MSc with significant work experience in relevant scientific areas
* Worked in a bench-based laboratory environment and proficient inthe following key techniques:
o molecular techniques including some of the following: Droplet Digital PCR, NextGen sequencing, Genomics/Transcriptomics, PCR, Mutagenesis, qPCR
o Culturing primary cells and/or cell lines

Preferred Qualifications:

* Knowledge/expertise of Immunology/HIV/HBV/EBV
* Flow cytometry, ELISAs, ELISpots
* Viral integration site analysis

C Software Engineer - Defence Sector - Cambridge
Newton Colmore Consulting
Cambridge
In office
Mid - Senior
£35,000 - £65,000
RECENTLY POSTED

A growing Defence and Security company, based in Cambridge, is currently seeking an experienced C Software Engineer to contribute to the development of breakthrough technologies that will enhance the UK's security against external threats. You will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge systems architecture, ideally utilizing past firmware and embedded software tools. The projects you will be involved in will truly mind-blowing, challenging you on a daily basis. It would also be ideally, though not essential, if you have previous knowledge and experience in Software-Defined Radio (SDR) and Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS). There will also be a significant amount of algorithm development, so a strong mathematical background would be advantageous in this role. The company has recently revamped cutting-edge labs, enabling development at the forefront of the sector. This means you will be working on brand-new developments using the latest technologies available. Knowledge of other programming languages such as C++, MATLAB, or Python will also be required. As this role involves working in the defence and security sectors, you will need to be able to obtain (or already hold) security clearance. If you have previous experience in the defence and security field and hold security clearance, this would be highly advantageous. In addition to working within a growing company on some of the most fascinating projects, you will also be rewarded with an excellent starting salary (based on level of experience), bonuses, enhanced pensions, healthcare, gym membership, free lunches, and other excellent benefits you would expect from a larger organisation. If you believe you are well-suited for this role, I suggest submitting an application now to avoid missing out on this career opportunity.

Mechanical Test Engineer - Medical Devices - Cambridge
Newton Colmore
Cambridge
In office
Mid
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED

A growing medical devices company in Cambridge are searching for an experienced research and development test engineer to join their in-house testing team.

As a Mechanical Test Engineer within this organisation, you will be utilising your experience to determine the performance and reliability of brand-new physical products within the medical devices sector.

You will be charged with building prototypes and designing and running experiments to gather performance data on new products as well as created novel test methods and protocols. You will be working closely with the laboratory manager to help push the team forward with new ideas.

It will be your role to ensure that exciting new breakthrough products can make the successful transition from initial concept to verification and manufacturing. This will be done by creating bespoke prototypes and testing programmes which will provide detailed data and insights that can be translated into real-world improvements.

To be considered for this role, we are ideally looking for a candidate who has the following;

  • Experience of mechanical testing on physical products with knowledge of force testing equipment.
  • Working knowledge of LabView or basic python programming experience.
  • A methodical and structured approach to solving problems

The company are offering tailored packages for the right engineer which includes a series of benefits including performance bonuses, free lunches and breakfasts and competitive pension plan.

If you would like to find out more about this opportunity, make an application now and one of our team will be in touch to discuss it further.

Newton Colmore Consulting is a highly specialist recruitment consultancy operating within the Medical Devices, Scientific Engineering, Scientific Software, Robotics, Science, Electronics Design, New Product Design, Human Factors, Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance and Field Service Engineering sectors throughout Europe and the US.

AI Engineer
Newto Training
Multiple locations
Remote or hybrid
Graduate - Junior
Private salary

Are you ready to start a new career in AI Engineering? AI is expected to generate 170 million jobs by 2030 and at present experienced professionals can earn salaries of upwards of £66,000. In today's digital world, AI is transforming every aspect of our lives and is at the heart of modern technological advancements. As skills shortages continue to grow, the demand for qualified entry-level professionals is on the rise. Your journey to a new career in Artificial Intelligence is just 130 hours and three simple steps away. Newto Training can support you at any stage of your career journey whether you're new to the industry or looking to exchange your skills, this Artificial Intelligence course is designed to get you job-ready. Step One Study key data methodologies: AI Fundamentals, Python, Working with AI Models, AI Engineering for Developers, Developing AI Applications, all alongside real-world project work to harness the power and understanding of these technologies. We also provide two digital badges: CompTIA AI Essentials and CompTIA AI Prompting Essentials. Step Two Study and take your three AI and data certifications: Azure AI Fundamentals, Azure Data Fundamentals, CompTIA Data+ and CompTIA Data AI. Step Three Now that you're qualified for an entry-level AI or data position paying up to £35,000 per year, our recruitment support team will begin working with you to help secure a role that suits your new qualifications and any other experience you bring. Course cost £2295, or, £191.25 per month We guarantee you will be offered a job upon completion, or we will refund you 100% of your course fees. No prior industry experience is required - no matter your background, previous studies or work history - if you think you have the soft skills (communication skills, passion) needed then we can help you launch the career you want. Click 'Apply Now' to begin your new career!

Junior Applications Engineer
PureKat Consultancy
Haverhill
In office
Junior
£14/hour - £14/hour

Do you have an interest in materials testing, coatings, or analytical laboratory equipment?

Job Title: Junior Applications Engineer

Location: Haverhill, Suffolk

Hours: Monday - Thursday (8.30am - 5pm) Friday (8:30am - 2:00pm)

Salary: £14 - £14.50

Contract Type: Full time, Temp to Perm for right person

Our client based in Haverhill, Suffolk is seeking a Junior Applications Engineer

As Junior Applications Engineer your duties will include:

* Operating and maintaining laboratory and analytical equipment

* Preparing chemical solutions and assisting with laboratory testing procedures

* Testing, evaluating and processing coatings for a wide range of engineering applications

* Preparing documentation and recording results

An ideal candidate for the Junior Applications Engineer will have:

* A background in Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Design or a related field

* Knowledge of analytical laboratory equipment (advantageous but not essential)

* Practical skills such as basic tooling or paint spraying (desirable)

Ideally you will have experience within a similar position. Interviews will take place in Haverhill, Suffolk following a registration process by PureKat Consultancy Ltd. If we have not responded to your application within 3-5 days, unfortunately you have not been successful on this occasion, but please feel free to contact us for other opportunities. PureKat Consultancy is acting as an Employment Business for this permanent vacancy

Senior Machine Learning Engineer - Agentic AI Platform
Robert Half Limited
Cambridge
Hybrid
Senior
Private salary

Senior Machine Learning Engineer - Agentic AI Platform Location: Central Cambridge (Hybrid) | Permanent | In partnership with Robert Half The Opportunity Join a global SaaS company building a cutting-edge multi-agent AI platform for enterprise data. This hands-on role focuses on scaling, hardening, and refining a graph-based agent engine as it moves toward global production. What You'll Do Agent Orchestration: Scale multi-step reasoning workflows and optimize agent collaboration. Tool Integration: Benchmark and extend toolchains within the agent framework. Inference & Performance: Optimize LLM integration, latency, and cost efficiency. State & Reliability: Strengthen Redis-backed persistence and ensure system consistency. Evaluation & Observability: Build regression frameworks and implement monitoring and tracing. What We're Looking For Strong Python engineering experience with production-grade systems Hands-on with LLM-powered applications and agent orchestration frameworks (e.g., LangGraph) Experience with stateful systems, caching, and reliability engineering Proficiency in FastAPI, Docker, and Redis Comfortable in a small, senior, high-impact team Why Join? Work on a strategic next-gen AI platform Direct influence on architecture decisions Hybrid working in Central Cambridge Excellent benefits and discretionary bonus Note: UK-based applicants only; full work rights required. No contractor/B2B/B2C roles available. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice. TPBN1\_UKTJ

RF Data Scientist / Research Engineer
RedTech Recruitment Ltd
Saffron Walden
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£60,000

An exciting opportunity for an RF-focused Data Scientist / Research Engineer to join a stealth-mode start-up developing novel UAV/detection systems. This role offers the chance to work at the cutting edge of RF hardware, software-defined radio, and intelligent signal processing helping shape the next generation of real-world RF sensing systems.

This company is tackling some of the worlds most pressing challenges, founded by a team of exceptional Engineers who have already realised success with other ventures. The environment is one of deep tech innovation and collaborative problem solving.

Location: Saffron Walden, UK primarily on-site due to the hands-on nature of the work (some hybrid flexibility may be considered depending on the individual and stage of development)
Salary: Up to £65,000 per annum (may be more for an exceptional candidate)

Requirements for RF Data Scientist / Research Engineer:

  • Strong Python skills for data analysis and prototyping (e.g. NumPy, SciPy, matplotlib, PyTorch, scikit-learn)
  • Excellent understanding of digital signal processing techniques including FFTs, resampling, modulation, and filtering
  • Hands-on experience working with SDR platforms such as bladeRF, USRP, HackRF, or similar
  • Practical knowledge of RF hardware chains (e.g. antennas, ADCs, filters, mixers, gain stages, LO, AGC) and how these impact signal data
  • Experience building RF signal characterisation and diagnostics tools, e.g. constellation tracking, time-frequency plots, autocorrelation analysis
  • Familiarity with tools such as GNU Radio, SDRangel, SoapySDR, ZMQ
  • Understanding of wireless protocols and physical-layer signal structures (e.g. Wi-Fi, LTE, LoRa)
  • Ability to design machine learning or statistical models for signal classification, anomaly detection or emitter identification
  • MUST be eligible for SC Clearance due to the nature of the work

Responsibilities for RF Data Scientist / Research Engineer:

  • Analyse complex IQ data from SDR hardware in real-world RF environments
  • Build signal processing pipelines that work within hardware and software constraints
  • Develop tools to visualise and diagnose signal behaviour and system performance
  • Prototype real-time and batch-processing architectures using Python and signal processing libraries
  • Lead field-based data collection and over-the-air experiments using drones and wireless devices
  • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop SDR-based detection and intelligence solutions
  • Model and mitigate hardware-induced effects to improve signal fidelity and inference outcomes

What this offers:

  • An opportunity to shape an innovative product at the interface of RF and ML
  • Work with an exceptional technical team in an early-stage R&D environment
  • Deep technical variety across software-defined radio, machine learning, and signal intelligence
  • Competitive package and future leadership potential

Applications:
If you would like to enquire about this unique RF Data Scientist / Research Engineer opportunity, we would love to hear from you. Please send an up-to-date CV including details of any online repositories via the relevant link.

Were committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require reasonable adjustments for your application or during the review process, please highlight this by separately emailing (if this email address has been removed by the job board, full contact details are readily available on our website).

RedTech Recruitment Ltd focuses on finding roles for Engineers and Scientists leaving academia and entering industry. Even if the above role isnt of interest, please visit our website to see our other opportunities.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at RedTech. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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