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Description Nuclera is a venture-backed, founder-driven biotech company headquartered in Cambridge, UK with significant operations in Boston, USA. The company’s mission is to improve human health by making proteins accessible. We are beginning this mission through the launch of our eProtein Discovery™ platform. eProtein Discovery is a breakthrough protein expression, characterization, and purification technology, consisting of a lab-based benchtop instrument, cloud-based software and proprietary cartridges and consumables. The goal is to enable rapid protein access to life science researchers around the world. The successful candidate will design, analyze, troubleshoot and deliver custom projects using our eProtein Discovery Platform. This role requires the ability to manage multiple projects independently in a fast-paced environment, while maintaining attention to detail and strong organizational skills. The ideal candidate will troubleshoot experiments and clearly communicate the results through well-documented reports and presentations. They will have a strong background in molecular biology, protein science, or a related discipline, with proven hands-on experience in an industry setting. About the role: • Execute and analyse experiments using Nuclera’s eProtein Discovery Platform to ensure successful and timely delivery of customer projects., • Contribute to the design of experiments to optimise outcomes., • Collaborate with the team to troubleshoot and resolve experimental challenges., • Manage multiple projects in parallel, maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency., • Follow Work Instructions and Standard Operating Procedures to ensure consistency, compliance, and reproducibility., • Communicate findings effectively through well documented reports and presentations. Requirements Essential • BSc in Protein Science, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related field, with a minimum of 4 years’ industry experience or MSc with 3 years’ industry experience, • Demonstrated capability of managing and delivering multiple projects in parallel., • Hands-on experience in common molecular biology techniques, including PCR, PCR clean-up and agarose gel electrophoresis., • Experience with protein science techniques, including protein expression, affinity-based purification, protein quantification and SDS PAGE analysis., • Eligible to work in the UK. Desirable: • PhD in Protein Science, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or related field with a minimum 1 years’ industry experience, • Experience operating liquid handling robots such as Tecan and KingFisher., • Understanding of the principles of cell-free protein synthesis technologies., • Experience in protein engineering, including structure-guided design of protein variants for enhanced stability, activity, or yield., • Experience with protein characterisation techniques such as Size Exclusion Chromatography (SEC). Benefits What we offer: In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a range of benefits including: • Company bonus scheme of 5%, • Life insurance, • Private medical insurance and cash plan, • 25 days' annual leave + Bank Holidays, • Enhanced employer's pension contributions, • Enhanced maternity and paternity Leave, • Investment in professional development and learning, • Access to amenities on Vision Park and in Histon, • Fresh fruit, tea, coffee, and snacks in the office, • Organised team events

Description Nuclera is a venture-backed, founder-driven biotech company headquartered in Cambridge, UK with significant operations in Boston, USA. The company’s mission is to improve human health by making proteins accessible. We are beginning this mission through the launch of our eProtein Discovery™ platform. eProtein Discovery is a breakthrough protein expression, characterization, and purification technology, consisting of a lab-based benchtop instrument, cloud-based software and proprietary cartridges and consumables. The goal is to enable rapid protein access to life science researchers around the world. The successful candidate will be responsible for amplifying DNA constructs as well as designing, delivering and analyzing custom projects using our eProtein Discovery Platform in strict accordance with SOPs and work instructions. This position requires the ability to deliver under tight deadlines, attention to detail and strong organizational skills while working independently in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in molecular biology, protein science, or a related discipline, with proven hands-on experience in an industry setting. About the role: • Perform PCR to prepare DNA constructs for cell-free protein expression., • Carry out protein purification, quantification and SDS PAGE analysis., • Design, execute and analyze experiments using Nuclera’s eProtein Discovery Platform., • Adhere strictly to Work Instructions and Standard Operating Procedures to ensure consistency and quality., • Systematically organize, track and manage large numbers of biological samples., • Accurately record and document experimental methods, observations and results. Requirements Essential • BSc in biochemistry, molecular biology, or a related discipline, with a minimum of 3 years’ industry experience, • Proven track record of generating reliable data and delivering results within tight deadlines., • Hands-on experience in molecular biology techniques including PCR, PCR clean-up and agarose gel electrophoresis., • Experience with protein science techniques, including affinity-based purification, protein quantification and SDS PAGE analysis., • Strong organizational skills., • Eligible to work in the UK. Desirable • MSc in biochemistry, molecular biology, or related discipline, with a minimum 2 years’ industry experience, • Previous experience in a Contract Research Organization (CRO) and/or the biotechnology industry., • Familiarity with liquid handling platforms such as Tecan and KingFisher., • Experience using automated electrophoresis systems such as the. Fragment Analyzer., • Understanding of the principles of cell-free protein synthesis technologies. Benefits What we offer: In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a range of benefits including: • Company bonus scheme of 5%, • Life insurance, • Private medical insurance and cash plan, • 25 days' annual leave + Bank Holidays, • Enhanced employer's pension contributions, • Enhanced maternity and paternity Leave, • Investment in professional development and learning, • Access to amenities on Vision Park and in Histon, • Fresh fruit, tea, coffee, and snacks in the office, • Organised team events

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Job Title: Digital Exams Product Owner AI Salary: £49,300 – £65,950 per annum Location: Cambridge / Hybrid (minimum 2 days per week in the office) Contract: 18 months fixed term, full time (35 hours per week) Are you ready to embrace the power of AI to take our Digital Mock Service product into the future? As part of our commitment to innovation in education, our Digital Exams programme is developing new AI-powered services. These exciting initiatives aim to enhance the efficiency, accuracy and scalability of our various content and marking processes. To help us drive this transformation, we are looking for a Product Owner to innovate, deliver and embed these cutting-edge services into the organisation beginning with our...

This is an opportunity to step in at the very beginning of a fast-growing, well-backed technology company and take ownership of building out the software function. Youll first task will be help further grow your team, as well setting the direction for how software is developed and delivered across t

Head of Software Location: Cambridge Salary: £100,000 £130,000 (maybe more!) + Equity + Benefits This is an opportunity to step in at the very beginning of a fast-growing, well-backed technology company and take ownership of building out the software function. With significant investment already secured and rapid headcount growth underway, this role offers both immediate impact and long-term career upside. The Role Youll first task will be help further grow your team, as well setting the direction for how software is developed and delivered across the business. That means shaping architecture, defining tools and processes, and getting hands-on with coding in the early stages. Over time, your focus will shift towards leading a dedicated team of engineers as the group expands. Your work will span: Developing real-time embedded systems and ensuring they integrate seamlessly with hardware Introducing modern engineering practices, from testing frameworks to version control and automation Working closely with electronics and systems engineers to deliver high-reliability products Hiring, mentoring, and guiding a growing team of software specialists About You Were looking for an ambitious engineer whos ready to step into a leadership role. Youll need to combine strong technical expertise with the drive to scale a new function inside a company thats moving fast. Ideally, youll bring: Deep experience with embedded C/C++ or Rust (RTOS, bare-metal, or similar environments) Familiarity with microcontrollers, SoCs, and low-level software development Some exposure to Python or similar tools for rapid prototyping and algorithm work A track record of technical leadership - whether through project ownership, architecture, or small-team leadership Whats on Offer Competitive salary (£100k£130k depending on experience) Significant equity participation for all engineers Private medical, dental, and optical cover (including dependants), plus cycle-to-work scheme The chance to shape a new team in a high-growth, well-funded environment TPBN1_UKTJ

Nuclera is a venture-backed, founder-driven biotech company headquartered in Cambridge, UK with significant operations in Boston, USA.The company’s mission is to improve human health by making proteins accessible.We are beginning this mission through the launch of our eProtein Discovery platform.P

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