Research Scientist in United Kingdom

Job description

Research Scientist | Series A BioTech Startup | £16M+ Raised

Salary: £60,000 – £85,000

Location: London / Hybrid

About the Opportunity

We’re proud to be partnered with a Series A BioTech startup that has raised over £16 million to accelerate the development of next-generation therapeutics through cutting-edge biological and technological innovation.

Backed by leading investors and built by a world-class founding team, this company is entering an exciting phase of growth, expanding its R&D capabilities and scaling breakthrough science into real-world impact.

As a Research Scientist, you’ll join a small, mission-driven team working at the intersection of biology, technology, and data. You’ll take a hands-on role in the lab, designing and executing experiments that drive discovery and shape the company’s R&D pipeline.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, execute, and analyse experiments supporting the company’s core discovery programs.
• Develop, optimise, and validate assays, workflows, and protocols to advance R&D.
• Maintain accurate and organised documentation (ELNs, reports, and presentations).
• Present experimental findings to the leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Collaborate with computational scientists, engineers, and biologists to translate data into insight.
• Stay current on emerging methods and technologies that can accelerate innovation.
• Contribute to building scientific culture, infrastructure, and lab best practices in a growing startup.

About You

Education & Experience

• PhD (or MSc with strong hands-on experience) in Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, or Life Sciences.
• Postdoctoral or early-stage industry experience preferred — but scientific curiosity, creativity, and rigour matter most.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in molecular and/or cellular biology techniques.
• Previous experience in a biotech or startup research environment advantageous.

Soft Skills

• Self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative setting.
• Excellent communicator and problem-solver with a rigorous scientific mindset.
• Adaptable team player who enjoys contributing across multiple disciplines.
• Driven by innovation and the opportunity to create meaningful impact through science.

Why Join?

Mission-Driven Impact – Contribute to the discovery of breakthrough therapies in a high-growth BioTech.

Ownership & Autonomy – Work directly with founders and scientific leaders shaping the company’s R&D.

Innovation Culture – Be part of a collaborative, science-first team where every experiment counts.

Career Growth – Rapid progression opportunities as the company scales post-Series A.

If this sounds like you, you'll fit right in.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

United Kingdom

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

01-11-2025

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