Scientific Technician / Research Associate - Cell Biology

Wild Bioscience

  • Milton, Oxfordshire
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 21 days ago
Job DescriptionAt Wild Bio, we are radically enhancing crops to feed the world sustainably and promote a wilder planet. Wild plants have had half a billion years to evolve natural solutions for thriving in almost every environment on Earth. Our proprietary genetics platform harnesses these wild innovations to enhance the world’s most important crops. Wild-enhanced crops can simultaneously boost farm yields and promote gigaton-scale carbon mitigation strategies. If you’re eager to join a high-growth start-up with enormous potential for impact on growers, consumers, and the planet, please read on.Wild Bio is a well-funded, fast-paced Oxford University spin-out working from state-of-the-art labs and offices at Milton Park, Oxfordshire. We are an early-stage start-up about to enter an exciting phase of growth and are looking for an experienced, driven, and curious Scientific Technician to join us and significantly contribute to delivering the change we believe in.Our values: Our work is guided by three core values that define who we are and how we approach our mission:
  • Curiosity: We fuel our desire to explore the unknown, pushing the boundaries of knowledge and sparking innovation. We ask questions, seek answers, and embrace lifelong learning.
  • Community: We believe in the strength and support gained through collaboration and inclusion. As part of a global community, we nurture connections to drive meaningful impact for both people and planet.
  • Courage: We face challenges head-on, take calculated risks, and stand up for our beliefs. Our bravery propels us to take action, even in the face of adversity.
If these values resonate with you, we invite you to join our team of passionate scientists and innovators working at the cutting edge of bioscience.The role:We are looking for a motivated and skilled Technician with a background in cell and molecular biology to support our research and development initiatives. In particular, you’ll play a key role in running and developing our plant cell assay pipeline. The ideal candidate is a team player who is eager to learn and challenge established approaches to improve our systems.Location: We’re headquartered in Milton Park, a business and technology park in Oxfordshire. This is an on-site role, though we offer flexibility and hybrid working when possible.Job Requirements
  • A bachelor’s degree in a relevant science field or equivalent work experience.
  • Hands-on experience with tissue culture and aseptic technique in a laminar flow hood is highly desirable.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and a high level of care when following SOPs.
  • Strong quantitative skills and ideally experience in calculations associated with common molecular biology techniques (e.g. buffer molarity, dilutions, and DNA/RNA concentrations).
  • Collaborate effectively in a multi-disciplinary environment, building relationships, and gaining trust through honesty, compassion, and authenticity.
  • A curious and courageous mindset – someone who enjoys trying new things and taking initiative in a fast-paced environment.
Job Responsibilities
  • Support cell biology projects, including cell culture maintenance and protoplast experiments.
  • Perform essential lab tasks such as buffer and plasmid preparation, DNA/RNA extraction, and bacterial transformations.
  • Assist with microscopy and reporter analysis of cells.
  • Assist with other molecular biology tasks that the team carries out, for example cloning, placing gene synthesis orders, sampling plant tissue for DNA and RNA extraction.
  • Manage data by collecting, organising, and analysing experimental results, and maintaining accurate records in our databases and electronic lab notebook.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on research projects, assisting with troubleshooting, and helping to write and review standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Job Benefits
  • Training and development opportunities
  • Opportunity to work with cutting edge science and contribute to a mission with global impact
  • Regular company socials
  • Team meals, including breakfast on a Monday and lunch each Friday, creating opportunities for informal networking and team bonding
  • Flexible working opportunities
  • Group life cover x 3 of base salary
  • Pension
  • Private medical insurance

Wild Bioscience