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Senior Research Scientist (Microscopy)

SRG

England

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26 days ago

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An established industry player is seeking a Senior Research Scientist to join their dynamic team within the Bioscience function. This role focuses on conducting vital research using advanced microscopy techniques to support product development in the agrochemical sector. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in microscopy and bioimaging, with at least two years of hands-on laboratory experience. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to innovative projects that enhance product performance and drive scientific advancement. Join a collaborative environment where your expertise will make a significant impact on the future of agricultural science.

2+ years of laboratory experience in Microscopy and bioimaging.
Proficiency in Fluorescence and Electron microscopy techniques.

Provide scientific support using Fluorescence and Electron microscopy.
Analyze data and present findings in reports and presentations.

Microscopy techniques

Data analysis

Scientific writing

Fluorescence microscopy

Electron microscopy

Organizational skills

BSc in relevant field

MSc in relevant field

PhD in relevant field

Image analysis tools

HPF

AFS

Job Title: Senior Research Scientist - Global Agrochemical Company

Contract: 24 months

Location: Bracknell, Jealott's Hill

Salary: £24 per hour

SRG are working with a global Agrochemical company that are seeking a Senior Research Scientist to join their busy team. They are looking for an experienced candidate with at least 2 years industrial experience.

The Microscopy team within the Bioscience function in Crop Protection conducts research on a variety of projects related to structural studies or phenotyping related to changes from our active ingredients AI. The team is working in all stages of the product development, but with higher importance in the role to support our existing product lines. The aim of these studies is to understand critical performance characteristics.

Job Responsibilities:

Proactively providing the scientific and technical support to inform about the request/task in Microscopy by performing studies using Fluorescence or electron microscopy.
Be proficient with the techniques used in the Microscopy facilities (fluorescence and electron based).
Performing operational priorities that are agreed with the Science Leader.
Interpreting and analysing data and presenting conclusions in detailed reports and presentations.
Implementing HSE actions to ensure the operations are within defined standards.

Essential Requirements:

BSc or MSc (preferred) or PhD with experience in subject areas related to Microscopy and bioimaging.
At least 2 years of laboratory-based experience, either in a relevant professional or academic setting.
Effective scientific writing (fluent in English), verbal communication, and organizational skills.

Desirable:

Demonstrated experience of imaging of plant or insect materials using optical and electron microscopy.
Experience in a wide range of techniques i.e. Fluorescence and Electron microscopes.
Experience handling and preparing samples for fluorescence and electron microscopy.
Proficiency in a range of image analysis tools - data storage, reporting and image analysis or colouring tools.
Reporting analysis and discussing results and interpretation.
Experience in running automated workflows using HPF or AFS.

Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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