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We are working with a growing MedTech company based in Cambridge, they are seeking a Head of Engineering to join their team on a full time, permanent basis. Drive development of embedded software, electronics, and PCB design to the highest quality and performance standards. Proven leadership experie

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Description Nuclera is a venture-backed biotech company headquartered in Cambridge, UK with significant operations in Boston, USA. Nuclera’s mission is to accelerate discovery by enabling rapid, easy access to functional proteins essential for drug discovery research. Our eProtein Discovery™ benchtop system accelerates protein expression and purification optimization in research labs. We’re looking for a motivated Research Assistant/Scientist to join our Protein Science team. You’ll work on cutting-edge protein expression, purification, and characterisation workflows, contributing directly to the development of our eProtein Discovery™ platform. The role would suit a candidate with excellent communication and organizational skills, a drive for working in a fast-paced biotech environment, and a track record of execution and teamwork. Experience in molecular biology, protein expression, and characterization is essential. About the role: • Follow SOPs to and work under supervision to execute and analyze experiments on the eProtein Discovery System., • Design, execute, and troubleshoot DNA preparations, protein purifications and protein activity assays with guidance from senior members of the group., • Actively engage in scientific discussion within the group and across groups to contribute to robust product development., • Report results in a timely manner and maintain good laboratory practices. Requirements Essential: • BS/MSc in protein biophysics, biochemistry, molecular biology or a related area, with 2-4 years’ (for BS) and 1 years’ (for MSc) industry experience, • Track record of delivering robust data and high-quality results within tight timelines, • Experience with common molecular biology techniques, including PCR, molecular cloning, and agarose gel electrophoresis, • Experience with common protein expression and purification techniques, SDS-PAGE gel electrophoresis, and protein quantification, • A collaborative team player with a positive can-do attitude, • Strong problem solving capabilities, clear communication and presentation skills, • Self-motivated interest in Nuclera’s technology, • Right to work in the UK. Desirable: • Previous experience of making or working with proteins in the pharmaceutical, CRO, and/or biotechnology industry would be advantageous., • Prior experience in expressing and purifying antibodies., • Understanding the principles of cell-free protein synthesis technologies, • Experience in protein engineering and structure-guided design of protein variants for stability, activity, or yield., • Some knowledge of protein assays, characterisation and functional properties (e.g. solubility, aggregation properties, activity) UK Benefits What we offer: In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a range of benefits including: • Company bonus scheme of 5%, • Share option incentive scheme, • 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, • Fresh fruit, tea, coffee, and snacks in the office, • Organised summer events for staff

Job purpose: To deliver an efficient and effective manufacturing operation that is capable of meeting the requirements of 4basebio customers in a manner compliant with relevant regulatory expectations. Responsible for the scheduling, execution and documentation of 4basebio manufacturing campaigns. Line management of team members and support activities related to GMP manufacturing operations as per Eudralex and FDA cGMP regulations. To provide leadership and guidance to the manufacturing team and ensure that all team training and development needs are met. Responsibilities: • Preparation of production schedules and management of team workload., • Line management of manufacturing team members including goal setting, conducting one-to-one meetings, performing employee appraisals and ensuring company polices are correctly followed., • Ensure that manufacturing operations are run in compliance with regulatory guidelines and that cGMP activities performed in a safe and efficient manner., • Coordinate and drive training within the manufacturing team to ensure departmental capabilities are appropriate to meet the required quality standards and anticipated future batch requirements., • Ensure a schedule is in place and maintained for all manufacturing, maintenance and operational purposes and that the schedule in accordance with agreed customer timelines., • Independently manage and review QMS documentation, keep accurate records, follow instructions and comply with company policies in accordance to GMP regulations and the company QMS., • As a manufacturing leader, be responsible for key QMS documentation sign off., • Lead team meetings., • To help establish and reinforce a high-performance employee-friendly and quality focused work culture., • Ensure responsibilities are fully understood by staff members through provision of an accurate job description or other suitable documentation., • Develop, coach and motivate the manufacturing team., • Manage cleaning, environmental monitoring and housekeeping tasks required to support manufacturing operations., • Hire new staff as required and manage the onboarding process., • Keep up to date with relevant scientific, technical and regulatory developments. Person Specification: • Significant experience of line management in an operational / manufacturing role., • Excellent communication, interpersonal and relationship building skills., • Demonstrated previous success as a people leader., • Experience of working in a GMP environment in an operational / manufacturing role., • Commercially astute, pragmatic style., • Motivated self-starter capable of working both independently and in collaboration with others., • Strong drive to understand unknowns and comfortable challenging the status quo., • Ability to translate complex concepts and information into an easy-to-understand manner to external and internal teams., • Ability to provide a strong, rational and well-supported case for proposed changes and improvements., • Capable of interaction at all levels of the organisation., • Bachelor of science degree or equivalent work experience., • Must have the right to work in the UK. What we can offer: Competitive salary + private healthcare + pension contributions + life assurance Location: Over, Cambridge Due to the high number of applicants, if you do not hear back from us within 6 weeks, we thank you for your interest, but please assume you have not been selected for interview on this occasion.

Job Summary/Experience: Genome Therapeutics Ltd (GTx) is seeking a medicinal chemist with experience in pre-clinical drug discovery to drive the development of novel therapeutics that target G-quadruplex structures. The ideal candidate will manage outsourced drug discovery activities and play a key role in the design and synthesis of lead compounds, applying a comprehensive understanding of medicinal chemistry principles across internal programmes from hit-to-lead through to candidate nomination. GTx is a fast paced multidisciplinary company, offering training and experience in genomics, computational biology, drug discovery and clinical studies. Location: This is an on-site position based at the GTx labs in Cambridge UK. Key Responsibilities • Leverage expertise in organic and medicinal chemistry to design and synthesise novel small molecules across multiple programmes and chemotypes, • Monitor and interpret biological, ADME/PK, and physicochemical property data to propose and execute innovative strategies for improving key drug attributes, • Manage multiple CRO relationships, providing synthetic and medicinal chemistry expertise and guidance, and driving productivity and deliverables, • Provide regular updates on project results both internally and externally, • Effective written communication, including responsibility for drafting and maintaining patent applications and scientific publications, • Meticulous record-keeping and strong data organisation using commercial data management systems and electronic notebooks Essential Skills/Experience: • PhD in synthetic organic chemistry with >5 years industry experience within pharma/biotech, • Exposure to medicinal chemistry programmes from hit identification through to candidate nomination, • Understanding of the multi-parameter optimisation process and ability to integrate disease biology, ADME/PK and toxicology data to solve complex drug discovery problems., • Management of outsourced drug discovery projects Desirable Skills/Experience: • Prior experience of drug discovery programmes in the field of oncology, • Knowledge of in silico tools to aid drug design

Regional Director 📍 Field-based across East (Cambs, Bury St Edumunds, Colchester) 🕒 Full-time | 40 hours per week | Monday–Friday 💷 Salary: £DOE + car allowance (driving licence required) 📅 Apply by: 1/9/25 About the Role As a Regional Director at Bright Horizons UK, you’ll lead operations across multiple nurseries, ensuring excellence in people management, quality, and growth. You’ll drive strategic initiatives, support nursery leadership teams, and uphold our high standards in care, education, and compliance. What You’ll Do • Lead and support nursery managers to deliver outstanding service, • Implement strategies for people development, growth, and pedagogy, • Ensure safety, compliance, and operational consistency, • Collaborate with HR, Finance, and Marketing on key projects, • Use data and systems to drive performance and innovation What We’re Looking For • Proven experience managing 15+ sites in a regulated sector - childcare preferred, • Strong leadership, decision-making, and change management skills, • Track record in team development, compliance, and service excellence, • Strategic thinker with commercial awareness and data fluency, • Driving licence is essential, • Enhanced DBS is required for this role Why Join Us? • Flexible working & holiday benefits, • Discounted childcare & wellbeing support, • Employee appreciation events & annual awards, • Retail, travel & lifestyle discounts, • Recognised as a Great Place to Work for 17 years running #childcare #regionaldirector #cambsjobs

Lead Manufacturing Engineer Location: Cambridgeshire Profectus have partnered with a UK-based manufacturer is seeking a skilled Lead Manufacturing Engineer to support its low-volume, high-complexity production operations. This is an ideal role for someone with a background in electro-mechanical manufacturing who thrives in a hands-on environment where precision, quality, and collaboration are paramount. The organisation operates in a niche but globally relevant sector, developing and assembling sophisticated systems used across scientific, healthcare, and research settings. With sustained growth and ongoing investment in new technologies, this is a strategic opportunity to step into a role where your experience and insight will directly shape operational success. The Opportunity This is a practical, on-the-ground position that will see you working at the intersection of production, engineering, procurement, and logistics. You’ll be a key player in maintaining process integrity, resolving day-to-day technical issues, and ensuring consistent product output in a regulated, small-batch production setting. You’ll be instrumental in process optimisation, new product introductions, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. The role also involves mentoring others and fostering a culture of continuous improvement across the shop floor. Key Areas of Responsibility Production & Process Development: • Refine and maintain build processes for low-volume electromechanical assemblies, • Lead troubleshooting of technical issues impacting build quality or throughput, • Support commissioning of new products and the transition from design to production, • Support adherence to ISO standards and internal QMS procedures, • Coordinate compliance efforts related to electrical safety and materials handling, • Guide junior engineering and production staff on process expectations, • Contribute to cross-functional initiatives around new product launches, • Identify and drive improvements in efficiency, consistency, and waste reduction Candidate Profile We’re looking for a confident, proactive manufacturing engineer who combines technical depth with strong communication and a collaborative mindset. The ideal candidate will have: • A degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering (or similar), • 3+ years’ experience in a manufacturing engineering role within a low-volume, electromechanical environment, • Experience working to CE marking standards (knowledge of international equivalents is a plus), • A background in regulated sectors such as medical, laboratory, or scientific equipment is beneficial, • Demonstrated ability to support and lead cross-functional teams, • Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a practical, hands-on approach Please apply with an up to date version of your CV for immediate consideration.

Based in South Cambridgeshire, our client is a family-owned business, trading for over 30 years they are a leading manufacturer in their field. On behalf of our client, we are looking to recruit a commercially focused and highly organised Purchasing Manager with at least 5 years' experience in purchasing and MRP system implementation. The successful candidate with play a key role in shaping purchasing processes, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring consistent stock availability. A major part of the role involves optimising the MRP system to improve forecasting, stock control, and supply chain efficiency. Purchasing Manager - Responsibilities: Responsible for 2 other member of staff Manage and optimise the company's procurement processes Develop and manage the company's MRP system to optimise stock management, forecasting and procurement planning Source and procure hardware products from UK and international suppliers Negotiate pricing, contracts, and supplier terms to drive best value Manage supplier relationships and performance, ensuring quality and delivery standards are maintained Collaborate with sales, and finance teams to ensure alignment across departments Maintain accurate purchasing data, stock records, and reporting Evaluate supplier performance and ensure compliance with contracts and agreements Identify and implement procurement process improvements and cost-saving initiatives Purchasing Manager - Requirements: Minimum 5 years' experience in a Purchasing Management role 5 years experience running and managing an MRP system (previous experience using Sage/Sicon MRP systems would be a distinct advantage Proven background in international purchasing Strong negotiation skills Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail CIPS qualification (or working toward) would be advantageous Package: Company pension scheme Opportunity to earn two discretionary bonuses annually, based on company profit 25 days holiday + bank holidays Up to £40,000 (DOE) Streamline Search is acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying to this post you are granting us consent to process your data and contact you in relation to this application. TPBN1_UKTJ

As an Innovation Economy Relationship Manager in Life Sciences, you’ll champion and drive a culture of innovation and a customer centric mindset. Join us as an Innovation Economy, Relationship Manager in Life Sciences. We’ll look to you to build a brand that represents our Innovation Economy, Li

Do you have extensive B2C brand-building and retail activation experience? Have you got extensive experience within the non-food consumer goods/durables sector in the UK? Could you build following across multiple marketing channels, to help drive a brand to the next level?. If you are passionate abo

Reporting to the VP of Product, you’ll drive the Purchasing product strategy to support business growth and revenue goals by leading a cross-functional team and owning the product’s success across the MealSuite ecosystem. Director of Product, Purchasing. A day in the life as a Director of Produc

About the Role The Field & Channel Marketing Manager will drive awareness and lead generation in French-speaking markets while operating from the UK.

About the Role The Field & Channel Marketing Manager will drive awareness and lead generation in French-speaking markets while operating from the UK.You will expand existing programs and create new initiatives tailored to regional needs across SMB and Enterprise segments.Key Responsibilities - Dev

Job Title: Senior Project Manager (Water Industry) Salary: To £65,000 Dependant upon skills and experience Hours: 37 hours per week Location: Cambridge / Walsall Imagine leading the charge on projects that don t just meet expectations but redefine them. As a Senior Project Manager with South Staffs Water, you'll orchestrate the delivery of critical infrastructure with precision and purpose. From balancing stakeholder priorities to navigating complex challenges, you ll be trusted to turn strategy into tangible success while championing innovation, efficiency, and teamwork every step of the way. Who We Are: At South Staffs Water, we deliver clean and reliable water supplies to around 1.7 million customers within the South Staffs and Cambridge regions. As a water only Company, providing clean, healthy water 24 hours a day, 365 days a year is at the very heart of what we do and that s where you come in. The Role: Join a dynamic and forward-thinking team as a Senior Project Manager with South Staffs Water, where you ll play a key leadership role in delivering complex capital projects and driving operational excellence. Acting as a linchpin between stakeholders, strategy, and on-the-ground execution, you ll ensure projects are delivered to scope, time, and budget, while fostering innovation, efficiency, and continual improvement across the business. Key Responsibilities • Oversee the delivery of capital and strategic projects, ensuring adherence to agreed timeframes, budgets, and quality standards, • Lead stakeholder engagement to ensure seamless integration of business objectives, client expectations, and team capabilities, • Guide and mentor project managers and stakeholders on best practices, procedures, and continuous improvement, • Drive innovation to optimise capital and operational efficiency (capex/opex), • Translate complex client requirements into practical and profitable project solutions, • Manage financial planning and risk for individual projects and the wider programme, • Support departmental recognition and continuous development through industry benchmarks and CPD What You ll Need: Skills & Experience, • Proven experience in administering and managing contracts under the NEC4 suite, including handling early warnings, compensation events, and programme management in line with contractual obligations., • Minimum 5 10 years post-graduate experience in project management, ideally within capital investment programmes, • Degree-qualified and professionally certified (e.g., PMP, APM, PRINCE2) or equivalent track record of exceptional performance, • Strong leadership and conflict resolution skills; able to work autonomously with minimal direction, • In-depth understanding of commercial contracting, business systems, and regulatory environments, • Proven success managing complex financial issues and delivering client-focused solutions, • Excellent communication skills and interpersonal agility, comfortable engaging with all levels internally and externally, • Experienced in project delivery methodology and developing collaborative supply chain relationships, • Lateral thinking and a flexible, proactive approach to solving business problems, • Willingness to travel regionally, nationally, or internationally as needed What You ll Get in Return:, • A competitive salary plus benefits, • Company car allowance, • 25 days holiday +

Job Title: Environment Manager Salary: To £45,000 depending on experience Location: Cambridge/Walsall Travel: Required across both regions Are you passionate about protecting the environment and driving sustainable change? South Staffs Water is seeking an experienced Environment Manager to lead our environmental strategy and ensure regulatory compliance across our operations. The Role: This is a pivotal role for someone who thrives on collaboration, innovation, and making a tangible impact on the environment and local communities. You will lead the development of our long-term environmental strategy, working closely with internal and external stakeholders to deliver successful outcomes for our environment, our water quality and water resources and our customers. Key Responsibilities • Lead and manage the delivery of the Water Industry Environment Programme (WINEP), working closely with regulators, stakeholders, and third parties., • Drive projects focused on biodiversity net gain, invasive species management, and environmental destination outcomes., • Oversee environmental compliance, including monitoring, reporting, investigations, and pollution event response., • Maintain and enhance our Environmental Management Systems (EMS)., • Chair the internal Environmental Working Group, championing sustainability and facilitating cross-departmental dialogue., • Lead climate change risk assessments and adaptation reporting., • Represent South Staffs Water at industry forums, workshops, and stakeholder events., • Promote a strong Health and Safety culture, ensuring all training is current., • Embody our core values: Professional, Trusted, Impactful, and Community Focused. What You ll Need: Skills & Experience, • Proven expertise in environmental management or sustainability., • Strong background in project management and stakeholder engagement., • In-depth knowledge of UK environmental legislation and ecological principles., • Excellent communication and influencing skills., • Self-motivated with the ability to manage a varied workload across multiple sites., • Full UK driving license required., • Minimum 3 years experience in an environmental role., • Professional registration (e.g. EnvTech, CEnv, REnv) is desirable. What You ll Get in Return:, • A competitive salary plus benefits., • 25 days holiday +

Software Development Engineer, Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC).Are you a seasoned software engineer passionate about building scalable and highly available systems that drive innovation? Join Amazon Finance Technology (FinTech) and be part of a team that develops applications supporting Amazon's

Adder Technology is hiring a technically accomplished and people-focused. If you like what you’ve read, you’re a proven leader, who leads by example, with a passion for technology and a drive to make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Applications are invited for a highly motivated Part-Time Bioinformatician to drive the computational analysis for a cutting-edge research project. If you upload any additional documents which have not been requested, we will not be able to consider these as part of your application. This project is

Embedded development experience across all layers of an embedded product and strong C++ and system / software architecture skills. Proven experience in working on power and thermally constrained devices across all layers of embedded software. This role will drive software designs and architectures t

We exist to create positive change for people and the planet.Join us and make a difference too!.Cambridge, United Kingdom - Hybrid 2 days/week in office.As a Data Scientist within the Innovation team, you will work as part of a small, but experienced team, working to drive maximum value from a deep

Senior Cyber Security Engineer. As Senior Cyber Security Engineer, you will be responsible for developing a high-quality response function that will navigate security incidents, drive process improvement and develop a collaborative culture where incidents are communicated and colleagues gain knowled

Job Description As a Team Leader within one of our Waitrose shops, you'll help our difference be felt by our customers on every visit, providing the Partner-led service and passion for food that our competitors can't compete with - passionate Partners serving food lovers.Your drive to go the extra

Senior Machine Learning Research Engineer Salary: £62,860 - £84,070 Location: Cambridge - Triangle/Hybrid (2 days per week in the office) Contracts:1x Permanent, Full Time (35 hours per week)1x Fixed Term (18 months), Full Time (35 hours per week) Shape the future of AI-powered learning solutions with Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a world-leading academic publisher and assessment organisation, and a proud part of the University of Cambridge. This is an exciting opportunity for Machine Learning Research Engineers to join our innovative Applied AI team. You'll contribute to developing, deploying, and maintaining cutting-edge AI capabilities that drive the success of Cambridge English's products and services. About the Role As a Senior Machine Learning Research Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in driving innovation...

MACHINE LEARNING RESEARCH ENGINEER Salary: £48,330 - £62,835 Location: Cambridge - Triangle/Hybrid (2 days per week in the office) Contract: Full Time (35 hours per week), Permanent Shape the future of AI-powered learning solutions with Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a world-leading academic publisher and assessment organisation, and a proud part of the University of Cambridge. This is an exciting opportunity for Machine Learning Research Engineers to join our innovative Applied AI team. You'll contribute to developing, deploying, and maintaining cutting-edge AI capabilities that drive the success of Cambridge English's products and services. About the Role As a Machine Learning Research Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in driving innovation and advancing AI-powered solutions that enhance Cambridge English products. Your expertise will...

Senior Mobile Product Manager (Remote, UK & Europe). Backed by huge growth in the US and now expanding across the UK and Europe, this creative scale-up is reshaping how loyal customers experience direct-to-consumer products. Drive the mobile product roadmap from vision to rollout, working with speci

The Finance team at St Catharine’s College is looking to appoint an experienced and ambitious Senior Financial Accountant to drive excellence, innovation and impact across our financial operations. Overseeing College payroll and student billing/sales ledger processes.

We are seeking a Head of Global Product Management to join our Senior Leadership Team. As the voice of the customer, you will develop and drive global product and service strategies, champion customer needs, and collaborate with cross-functional teams worldwide. Significant experience in product and

We exist to create positive change for people and the planet.Join us and make a difference too!.Cambridge, United Kingdom – Hybrid 2 days/week in office.As a Data Scientist within the Innovation team, you will work as part of a small, but experienced team, working to drive maximum value from a dee

Software Development Manager, Amazon Payment Services. APS ( Amazon Payment Service) is looking for a talented and experienced Software Development Manager to drive new initiatives from scratch across cross functional teams and to rollout business transformational programs. The SDM and his team will

About the Role The Field & Channel Marketing Manager will drive awareness and lead generation in French-speaking markets while operating from the UK.

Purpose of the role As our Business Development Manager, you will be instrumental in expanding the market reach of our hydrogen gas leak detection products. This role requires someone capable of engaging deeply in technical conversations, navigating complex sales cycles, and fostering high-value partnerships within the hydrogen, automotive, and energy sectors. The ideal candidate will bring robust technical knowledge, industry knowledge, and the ability to discuss complex technical solutions confidently with engineers and decision-makers alike, driving product adoption and integration in critical markets. Responsibilities • Market Development: Identify and strategically target clients within the hydrogen infrastructure, automotive, and energy sectors. Develop an approach for rapid market entry, leveraging both your existing network and new partnerships to grow revenue streams., • Technical Client Engagement: Engage deeply with potential customers, leveraging a mix of personal network outreach and market research. Effectively communicate the technical advantages of our MEMS-based detectors to technical teams, C-suite leaders, and R&D professionals to facilitate product design-in and integration., • Sales and Negotiation: Guide the sales cycle from prospecting to contract negotiation, with a focus on technically driven consultative selling. Confidently present complex technical solutions, addressing technical and performance requirements, and securing mutually beneficial deals., • Strategic Partnerships: Develop and nurture partnerships with key players in the hydrogen value chain, including OEMs, energy providers, and infrastructure developers. Leverage your network to build collaborations that drive early product adoption and longterm growth., • Technical Acumen and Product Knowledge: Maintain an in-depth understanding of our MEMS-based technology and hydrogen gas detection mechanisms. Be prepared to discuss product design considerations, technical specifications, and integration requirements with clients' technical teams. Qualifications, knowledge, skills & experience Technical Expertise: • Bachelor's degree (or higher) in engineering, physics, or a related field, with a strong grasp of gas detection, MEMS, or similar technologies., • Ideally you come to us with a robust network within the hydrogen ecosystem, with proven connections across relevant sectors., • Demonstrable experience in a customer-facing technical business development role (incl. Application Engineering, Field Application Engineering, Technical marketing), ideally within a startup or high-growth setting., • Proven ability to present complex technical solutions clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences, including senior-level stakeholders. Proactive self-starter with a problem-solving mindset and an inclination toward results. Technically motivated, with an innate interest in emerging technologies and clean energy solutions. Strong analytical and research skills for identifying and evaluating new opportunities. Benefits • Base salary, • Bonus (% of base salary) based on company and personal performance, • Workplace pension contribution 3% of full base salary (we can trade with salary level for higher), • Bupa Cash Plan Level 3 (employee only), • Private Medical insurance with cover for spouse/partner and dependent children, • Group Life Insurance covers up to 4 x salary, • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (adjusted for part time roles), • Support for relocation (loan discharged over two years service)