Scientist- Genotyping and Molecular Biology in Essex

Job description

Location: Harlow, Essex, UK (On-site with occasional flexibility)

Salary: Competitive

Are you a versatile scientist with a passion for molecular biology and a proactive, can-do attitude? Do you thrive in dynamic environments where your work truly makes a difference? Join us at 3CR Bioscience, a rapidly growing biotech company based in Essex, where innovation and collaboration drive everything we do.

About Us

At 3CR Bioscience, we specialise in genotyping and work across a broad range of adjacent scientific fields. As a close-knit team, we pride ourselves on being flexible, agile, and deeply committed to delivering high-quality products and services to our global customer base. We're passionate about what we do – and we're looking for someone who shares that enthusiasm.

The Role

We are seeking a motivated and adaptable Scientist to join our lab team. This is not a narrowly defined role – as a growing company, we all wear many hats, and your day-to-day will be varied, hands-on, and impactful.

Key Responsibilities:

·        Manufacture of PCR master mixes and other molecular biology reagents

·        Design and validation of genetic assays

·        Assist with quality control testing of reagents, master mixes, and instrumentation

·        Provide technical support to customers – by email, phone, and occasionally in person

·        Contribute to R&D and product development projects

What We’re Looking For: 

We’re not just hiring a CV – we’re hiring a person. We're looking for someone who is:

·        Proactive and displays initiative

·        Reliable, thorough, and takes ownership of their work

·        Adaptable, with a willingness to pitch in across a range of tasks

·        Team-oriented, with excellent interpersonal skills and a positive attitude

·        Customer-focused, able to communicate technical information clearly and helpfully

Essential Requirements:

·        A degree in a relevant biological science discipline

·        Experience working in a biological laboratory

·        A genuine desire to learn, grow, and contribute to a small company environment

Desirable Experience:

·        Genotyping, plant or crop genetics, or DNA extraction/purification

·        Familiarity with laboratory QC procedures and/or reagent manufacturing

·        Previous customer-facing or technical support experience

What We Offer

·        A competitive salary, commensurate with experience

·        Health and dental plan

·        A supportive, collaborative team in a business where your input truly matters

·        Opportunities for career development and learning

·        The chance to be part of an exciting growth journey in a cutting-edge field

To Apply:

Send your CV and a short cover letter explaining why you're a good fit for this role to recruitment@3crbio.com

If you want to work somewhere where your contribution will be seen, valued, and make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Please note: This role is primarily based on-site in Essex. Occasional homeworking may be possible where appropriate, but this is not a remote role.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Essex

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

02-07-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English