Bioprocess Team Lead

Oxford, ENG, GB, United Kingdom

Job Description

Bioprocess Team Lead - Oxfordshire




We are looking for a dynamic

Bioprocess Team Lead

to join a growing start-up.

Salary:

55.000 - 65,000

Location:

Harwell, Oxfordshire, UK


As

Bioprocess Team Lead

, you will drive the design, development, and realisation of their

bioreactor platform

. You will influence strategy, lead the bioprocessing department, and oversee key projects. Working closely with the executive team, you will define objectives and deliver innovative bioprocessing solutions that accelerate commercialisation.


If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, have strong expertise in

bioreactors and bioprocess development

, and are excited about the future of biomanufacturing, apply now!

Key Responsibilities



Design, develop, and optimise

pilot-scale bioreactor processes

. Develop and implement

scale-up technologies

. Establish and maintain

experimental protocols, SOPs, and risk assessments

. Drive

health & safety standards

in the bioprocessing department. Design, plan, and execute

R&D studies

aligned with project deliverables. Analyse and present experimental results, providing actionable insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to advance

company bioprocessing solutions

. Stay at the forefront of technological advancements to

identify process improvement opportunities

.

Share responsibility for out-of-hours bioprocess operations

.

What We're Looking For



Essential Qualifications & Experience:



Passion, curiosity, and a drive to innovate.

3+ years of bioprocess development experience

in industry or a

PhD in biochemical engineering, bioprocessing, or a related field

. Hands-on experience with

small-scale bioreactor platforms

. Strong background in

mammalian cell culture and analytical techniques

. Proven expertise in

cell culture and 3D culture systems

. Experience with

CAD for bioprocess design

. Data analysis skills using

Python, R, or MATLAB

. Knowledge of

PFDs, P&IDs, and HAZOP analysis

.

Desirable Experience:



Expertise in

perfusion bioreactor systems

. Experience with

hollow fibre membrane bioreactors

. Understanding of

membrane characterisation

. Background in

muscle or fat biology, cell metabolism, or development

. Knowledge of the

cultivated meat industry

. Experience in

bioprocess scale-up and technical development

. Application of

Design of Experiments (DoE)

methodologies.

Salary & Benefits



Start Date:

ASAP

Salary:

55,000 - 65,000

Contract:

Full-time, Permanent.

Equity:

Stock option plan.

Pension:

5% company contribution.

Holidays:

25 days + bank holidays.

Workplace:

Onsite - Oxford

Sponsorship available for the right candidate.

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD3211209
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Contract
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Oxford, ENG, GB, United Kingdom
  • Education
    Not mentioned