Production Scientist

LGC Genomics and Diagnostics develops and manufactures a comprehensive portfolio of catalogue and custom-developed diagnostic quality solutions and component materials for the extended life sciences industry. We partner with IVD assay developers, and pharmaceutical, CRO and academic institutions in commercialization activities across the entire diagnostic pipeline. Laboratorians and diagnostic professionals across disciplines of clinical chemistry, immunochemistry, serology, molecular diagnostics, and clinical genomics rely on LGC’s products to support accurate and reliable diagnostic results.

Our operating entities include Maine Standards Company, SeraCare Life Sciences, and Technopath Clinical Diagnostics, which are in vitro diagnostics (IVD) manufacturers of quality measurement tools (calibrators, controls, linearity, EQA/PT, biological materials), the Native Antigen Company, which is a manufacturer and supplier of viral antigens and LGC Proficiency Testing a global leader in PT schemes. We operate FDA-registered and ISO 13485-accredited facilities in Maine (USA), Massachusetts (USA), Maryland (USA), Tipperary (Ireland), ISO 9001-accredited facility in Oxford, UK, and Traverse City, Michigan US.

Are you seeking a stimulating and fulfilling role in an innovative manufacturing and R&D facility? LGC Genomics and Diagnostics is the place to be!

We are currently seeking a Production Scientist to join The Native Antigen Company Production Team at our Kidlington, Oxford location. This outstanding opportunity will allow you to be at the forefront of scientific innovation, contributing to groundbreaking research and development projects.

As a Production Scientist, you will primarily be based within our Purification and Reagents department, supporting a range of activities including DNA extraction, KASP/ BHQ manufacturing, protein purification, and PCR based workflows. While your main focus will be KASP and BHQ manufacturing, there may be opportunities and business needs that require you to support and receive cross-training in other areas, including bacterial production, protein purification, cell culture, product aliquoting, and quality control testing. You will also assist with inventory management, database maintenance, and the receipt of incoming shipments. Comprehensive training will be provided to support your development and broaden your laboratory skills and expertise.

Responsibilities

Mastermix production and PCR testing

DNA extraction

Protein purification

Support the following areas as required:

Production of bacteria at laboratory and manufacturing scale

Generate and purify recombinant proteins using established laboratory processes.

Perform plasmid cloning and support scale-up activities for recombinant production.

Suspension and adherent cell culture

Prepare, aliquot, label and package products in accordance with approved procedures.

Perform quality control assays and accurately record and report results.

Maintain accurate inventory records and support stock control activities.

Manage laboratory databases and ensure production and quality records are maintained.

Receive, inspect and process incoming materials and shipments.

Undertake cross-training in additional production and quality activities to support business needs and personal development.

Educational background in a science-related field or relevant practical lab experience

Zeal for progressing technologies to elevate patient outcomes

Dedication to our core principles: Passion, Curiosity, Integrity, Brilliance, and Respect

LGC is a leading, global life science tools company, providing mission-critical components and solutions into high-growth application areas across the human healthcare and applied market segments. Its high-quality product portfolio is comprised of mission-critical tools for genomic analysis and for quality assurance applications, which are typically embedded and recurring within our customers’ products and workflows and are valued for their performance, quality, and range.

PASSION

CURIOSITY

INTEGRITY

BRILLIANCE

RESPECT

LGC strongly believes that every job applicant and employee should be valued for their individual talents regardless of age, disability, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion, or belief. Short listing, interviewing and selection will always be carried out without regard to gender, sexual orientation, marital status, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, age, or trade union membership.

For more information about LGC, please visit our website www.lgcgroup.com

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