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AI systems, while enjoying the flexibility of remote work and setting your own schedule.Physicist (part-time work from home).As a member of DataAnnotation’s Physics team, you’ll be part of a growing community of over 100,000 experts who are driving real-world impact in AI development.Our

Senior Scientist I - Characterisation | CMC - Oxford Immunocore (NASDAQ: IMCR) is a pioneering, commercial-stage T cell receptor biotechnology company whose purpose is to develop and commercialize a new generation of transformative medicines which address unmet patient needs in oncology, infectious diseases and autoimmune disease. Our leaders in R&D are internationally recognised as some of the biotech industrys most successful drug developers. We are creating not just an environment where great minds can interact but an innovation powerhouse answering the big questions. Focused on delivering first-in-class biological therapies to patients, we have developed a highly innovative soluble TCR platform. Our ImmTAX molecules underpin a new generation of precision engineered drugs that harness the immune system to treat a broad spectrum of diseases with high unmet medical need, including oncology, infectious diseases and autoimmune diseases. At Immunocore, we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. We value the unique contributions each person brings to our team. By embracing Science, Trust, Respect, Integrity, Diversity, and Entrepreneurship (STRIDE), we create an environment where collaboration thrives, ideas flourish, and transformative changes happen. STRIDE represents more than just letters; it embodies our shared identity and drives our mission. We are dedicated to developing breakthrough therapies that transform patients lives, advancing medicine, and supporting one another in these pursuits. Immunocore is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As such, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.To characterise the companies biotherapeutic recombinant T-cell receptor based and related molecules using a wide variety of protein characterisation and mass spectrometry methods. To contribute to the development of characterisation methods for the companys biopharmaceutical products, including peptide mapping (LC-MS/MS) and intact mass spectrometry analysis. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES* Supporting drug substance and drug product impurity characterisation and identification* Performing protein sequence and post translational modification identification, including glycosylation analysis. * Supporting drug substance and drug product process development by performing characterisation of process intermediates * Contribute to the Development of characterisation methods of ImmTAX and other products, including peptide mapping (LC-MS/MS) and intact mass analysis * Designing and carrying out biochemical characterisation, chemical stability and comparability studies of biologics/drug products. * Contribute to writing study protocols and reports.* Independently testing and, increasingly, leading lines of investigation. Proposing new experiments based on emerging data and other related information. Providing support on technical aspects to others. * Priorities: establishing priorities for own work and team-based projects; making decisions on prioritisation based on the overall goals of the team, department and project, using direct evidence and personal experience as guidance. * Technical Knowledge: sharing knowledge with the wider team and, across departments representing the department. May also act as a mentor to other colleagues, sharing scientific knowledge. Providing analysis of new techniques and theories from outside the Company to advance the way the company works; sharing these with leaders across the department. * Laboratory records: ensuring that all records and information are up to date, on time and recorded to the correct standard. Supporting and encouraging others to achieve this.* Laboratory equipment: providing technical guidance to others within the team on how to use equipment most effectively.* Reporting: communicating and presenting research findings at meetings with colleagues, senior management and partners.* Adhere to safe working practices in laboratories according to Immunocore EHS policies.PERSON SPECIFICATIONExperience & knowledgeEssential* Experience in development of HPLC based peptide mapping methods and mass spectrometric characterisation of recombinant proteins or antibodies. * Experience of glycosylation analysis of recombinant proteins or antibodies.* Independently coordinated extensive testing of protein biomolecules.* Experienced in the characterisation of proteins expressed in both microbial and mammalian systems.* Understanding of expected post-translational modifications in biological systems.* Worked in a bench-based biopharmaceutical laboratory environment. * Established as an expert amongst peers in one or more of the following areas: o electrophoretic o chromatographic o mass spectrometry* Experienced in assay development * Familiar with biopharmaceutical stability study principles and interpretation thereof* Worked and contributed actively in a diverse team environment* Proposed and driven changes in working practices that have improved efficiency, supported teams through adoption and change* Presented detailed scientific findings and papers to internal and external audiencesDesirable * Experience of glycosylation analysis of recombinant proteins or antibodies* Experience with late stage/commercial biopharmaceutical assay development and characterisation * Familiar with the principles of Good Manufacturing Practise (GMP)* Presented at external conferences* Led a small project team, formally or informally, through a change in practice including project management * Understanding of analytical requirements to support materials for use in clinical trialsEducation & qualifications* Essential: BSc. Or MSc. in biochemistry, biotechnology or related discipline* Desirable: PhD in related discipline

Scientist - Infectious Diseases - Oxford Immunocore (NASDAQ: IMCR) is a pioneering, commercial-stage T cell receptor biotechnology company whose purpose is to develop and commercialize a new generation of transformative medicines which address unmet patient needs in oncology, infectious diseases and autoimmune disease. Our leaders in R&D are internationally recognised as some of the biotech industrys most successful drug developers. We are creating not just an environment where great minds can interact but an innovation powerhouse answering the big questions. Focused on delivering first-in-class biological therapies to patients, we have developed a highly innovative soluble TCR platform. Our ImmTAX molecules underpin a new generation of precision engineered drugs that harness the immune system to treat a broad spectrum of diseases with high unmet medical need, including oncology, infectious diseases and autoimmune diseases. At Immunocore, we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. We value the unique contributions each person brings to our team. By embracing Science, Trust, Respect, Integrity, Diversity, and Entrepreneurship (STRIDE), we create an environment where collaboration thrives, ideas flourish, and transformative changes happen. STRIDE represents more than just letters; it embodies our shared identity and drives our mission. We are dedicated to developing breakthrough therapies that transform patients lives, advancing medicine, and supporting one another in these pursuits. Immunocore is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As such, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.The primary purpose of this role is to contribute to cross functional efforts focused on applying the ImmTAX® platform or other modalities to the development of novel treatments for chronic infections, including HIV and HBV and EBV-associated diseases. The team is involved in multiple stages of the drug discovery and development process, from target discovery all the way to clinical trials. Examples of key preclinical research are published in Yang H et al., Mol Ther. 2016; 24,11; Fergusson J et al., Hepatology 2020; 72,5; Wallace Z et al., Mol Ther 2024; 32, 678.The postholder will plan, design and execute experimental investigations to support the advancement of the Company pipeline, processes and technology capabilities, with guidance from their manager, ensuring that project goals are met within time and budget constraints. They will be expected to demonstrate technical proficiency, rigour in assessing their own data and that of others, scientific creativity and independent thought. This position requires participation and presentation of results at internal meetings, sharing information learned at external scientific meetings and establishing productive relationships with colleagues across Research and other departments.Key Responsibilities: * With instruction and guidance from manager - plan, design, and execute assignments to meet project goals within defined timeframes* Execute experiments to address key scientific questions and enable project progression, utilizing range of molecular and cellular techniques including some of the following: NextGen sequencing, DD-PCR, qPCR, cell culture, flow cytometry, ELISpots, ELISAs,* Some work will be conducted in a containment level 3 (CL3 facility) and will require handling of human viruses* Analyse data, interpret results, and make recommendations* Proactively expand scientific/technical knowledge in relevant fields including HIV/HBV/EBV related disease biology and drug development through review of scientific literature/ conference updates, peer to peer mentoring, and attendance at seminars/conferences in line with company strategy* Work effectively in a matrixed team structure and as part of cross functional teams * Participate and present results at internal meetings* Establish relationships and possible collaborations within and outside of the companyEducation, Experience and Knowledge: Essential Qualifications: * PhD in molecular biology, cell biology, genomics, virology, immunology, or related discipline and 0-2 years related experience* Alternatively, a BSc or MSc with significant work experience in relevant scientific areas * Worked in a bench-based laboratory environment and proficient inthe following key techniques:o molecular techniques including some of the following: Droplet Digital PCR, NextGen sequencing, Genomics/Transcriptomics, PCR, Mutagenesis, qPCRo Culturing primary cells and/or cell linesPreferred Qualifications: * Knowledge/expertise of Immunology/HIV/HBV/EBV* Flow cytometry, ELISAs, ELISpots * Viral integration site analysis

We are seeking to appoint a Postdoctoral Research Assistant to join Professor Dame Molly Stevens's laboratory at the Kavli Institute for Nanoscience Discovery, University of Oxford. Establish cross-disciplinary protocols to incorporate the bioconjugation strategies into next-generation sensing and t

A leading life science company in the United Kingdom is seeking an Associate Scientist to join their innovative team focused on gene therapies.As a vital team member, you will support cutting-edge research projects and engage in hands-on laboratory work, requiring a BSc or MSc in a related field.Ide

This work spans multiple disciplines, from protein engineering and AI-driven design to in vivo validation and translational development. Conduct a suite of protein science operations, including expression, purification, and biophysical analysis. A background in molecular biology, protein expression,

Scientist, DNA Extraction and Library Prep – Pathogen. The Scientist – DNA Extraction and Library Preparation will support research and product development within the EIT Oxford Pathogen Programme. Understanding of, and experience with, library preparation and sequencing with Oxford Nanopore pro

We are recruiting Postdoctoral Research Scientists to advance these efforts across a broad range of areas, including:. As a Postdoctoral Research Scientist, you will design and conduct experiments addressing fundamental technological challenges, lead the development and refinement of emerging techno

The Ellison Institute of Technology (EIT) Oxford’s purpose is to have a global impact by fundamentally reimagining the way science and technology translate into end-to-end solutions and delivering these solutions in programmes and platforms that respond to humanity’s most challenging problems.EI

A leading technology research institute in Oxford seeks a Scientist specializing in DNA Extraction and Library Prep for the Pathogen Programme.

Assess the practicality and relevance of modern technologies such as machine learning, big data analytics, generative AI, multi-agent systems, and quantum computing in insurance and risk consulting.Work with diverse teams to pinpoint challenges in the industry and devise innovative solutions using t

A prestigious research institution in Oxford seeks a Postdoctoral Research Assistant to join an interdisciplinary team.The role focuses on understanding the competition between fungi and bacteria in the gut microbiome, requiring a PhD in microbiology and extensive experience in microbial culturing.T

A&B Smart Materials is an Oxford University–based materials science venture founded by Oxbridge graduates. We are seeking a Junior Research Scientist with a strong foundation in polymer or materials chemistry to join our growing R&D team. Strong wet lab experience and familiarity with polymer synt

Join our functional genomics team within the In Vitro Science department and help scale target discovery and progression research that could change patient lives.As a Research Scientist you will design, execute and optimise in‑vitro functional genomics and cell‑based screening workflows that ena

Join our functional genomics team within In Vitro Science department and help scale target discovery and progression research that could change patient lives.As a Research Scientist you will design, execute and optimise in‑vitro functional genomics and cell‑based screening workflows that enable

A&B Smart Materials is an Oxford University–based materials science venture founded by Oxbridge graduates.We are pioneering the next generation ofbio-based, biodegradable superabsorbent polymers (SAPs)to replacesynthetic SAPs.SAPs are “magic-like” materials that absorb hundreds of times their

A global healthcare company in Oxford is seeking a Research Scientist to join its functional genomics team.The candidate will design and optimise in-vitro workflows for target discovery in metabolic diseases like diabetes and obesity.Responsibilities include executing high-throughput assays, analyzi

AI systems, while enjoying the flexibility of remote work and setting your own schedule.Physicist (part-time work from home).As a member of DataAnnotation’s Physics team, you’ll be part of a growing community of over 100,000 experts who are driving real-world impact in AI development.Our

Organisation/Company Quadram Institute Bioscience Research Field Biological sciences » Biology Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Positions Postdoc Positions Country United Kingdom Application Deadline 15 Feb 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/London) Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Ho

AI systems, while enjoying the flexibility of remote work and setting your own schedule.Physicist (part-time work from home).As a member of DataAnnotation’s Physics team, you’ll be part of a growing community of over 100,000 experts who are driving real-world impact in AI development.Our

Outstanding candidates may be considered for appointment at the Senior Applied Research Scientist level. We are seeking Applied Research Scientists with expertise in RNA modeling, RNA optimization, or RNA design to join our world-class, multi-disciplinary team. This role sits at the intersection of

Are you a curious and open-minded individual with an interest in conducting state-of-the-art foundational machine learning research? Thomson Reuters Labs is seeking Research Scientists with a passion for building complex agent-based AI systems in a data-rich, complex academic environment driven by r

Work closely with research scientists, senior leaders, AI/ML engineers, and policy experts on the implementation of GSK's responsible AI strategy. In addition to outstanding ML engineering and research skills, ideal candidates will demonstrate a keen interest in ethical and safety aspects of using A

As an AI Research Scientist - Senior Associate on the AI Research team, you will conduct end-to-end research typically within a specialized focus area and collaborate on multiple research projects with internal and external researchers and applied engineering teams. Engage in all aspects of the rese

A leading software company in Greater London is seeking an AI Research Scientist/Engineer to contribute to groundbreaking research in machine learning and AI. In this role, you'll develop innovative models and lead research projects.

As a research‑driven team, we stay up to date with current literature to integrate cutting‑edge ideas into our core stack. Design, implement, and deploy cutting‑edge research in reinforcement learning and post‑training at scale, driving innovations that make it into production. Always keep t

The Voice AI team in EMEA, part of the Meta Superintelligence Labs, is looking for a Research Scientist (Speech and Language). Previous internship(s) and/or research assistantship(s) in an AI research organization. Research Scientist Voice AI - EMEA Responsibilities:.

Senior Laboratory Research Scientist. Our world‑class scientists and staff collaborate on vital research to help prevent, diagnose and treat illnesses such as cancer, heart disease, infectious diseases and neurodegenerative conditions. We are now looking for a Senior Laboratory Research Scientist

Applicants should hold a PhD in a science subject and have experience in relevant research areas.

A leading music technology firm is seeking a Principal Research Scientist to join their Artist-First AI Music lab. You will conduct groundbreaking research in music generation and ML technologies, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and leverage Spotify’s extensive infrastructure.

A leading academic research institution is seeking a qualified candidate for a research role focusing on knowledge recombination and idea success. The position is designed for those who are self-motivated and thrive in a collaborative research environment.

Due to further projects, they are looking to recruit a Senior Data Scientist Research Engineer to take a leading role on their applied RF work and help advance their signal processing pipelines, and ultimately develop next generation prototype technologies.

We conduct fundamental research which develops novel AI methods, and we translate our research advances into real-world applications and products. You will bridge the gap between AI/computer vision research and Earth science. Report and present research findings clearly and efficiently, leading to o

As a senior scientist, you will plan, manage and execute research and development into the pathogenesis and epidemiology of veterinary viruses, and novel diagnostic methods, particularly relevant to equids. Manage research projects and design approaches for scientific investigations, ensuring comple

Research Scientist - Chemistry. We are looking for a Research Scientist - Chemistry to join our team to train AI models.

Senior Data Scientist (Operational Research). Senior Data Scientist (Operational Research). Experience in operational research, predictive modeling, and optimization techniques.

A global information services provider is seeking a Research Scientist Manager to lead strategic planning and foundational research in AI.

A leading research organization in AI is seeking a Research Scientist to innovate and develop cutting-edge agent-based AI systems. This role involves designing and conducting experiments, collaborating with top-tier academic partners, and publishing research findings.

Are you a curious and open-minded individual with an interest in conducting state-of-the-art foundational machine learning research? Thomson Reuters Labs is seeking Research Scientists with a passion for building complex agent-based AI systems in a data-rich, complex academic environment driven by r

English to Vietnamese Translator.We are looking for an English to Vietnamese Translator to join our team to train AI models.You will measure the progress of these AI chatbots, evaluate their logic, and solve problems to improve the quality of each model.In this role you will need to hold an expert l

We’re looking for a Senior Research Scientist to help us accomplish our mission to improve and extend lives by learning from the experience of every person with cancer. In this role, you will work as a member of the Research Sciences (RS) department, primarily supporting the Data Curation team wit

A tech company specializing in AI is seeking a Research Scientist - Chemistry to join their team.

We are seeking a skilled and highly motivated Research Associate or Scientist (depending on experience) to join the Wild Carbon Team. Plant Science Research Associate/Scientist. Plant Science Research Associate/Scientist.

A dynamic early-stage startup in the UK is seeking a talented ML Research Scientist to apply machine learning to biological challenges.

A leading AI communications firm is seeking a Senior Staff Research Scientist to join their DeepL Voice team in London. The role involves leading research and development in real-time speech technologies, designing large-scale models, and working closely with engineers on production deployment. This

We’re looking for a senior research scientist who lives and breathes reinforcement learning and agentic systems to push the frontier of reasoning, tool use, and reliability – and ship it to users. Depth in implementing and post-training LLMs/VLMs/Diffusion models, with a track record of shipped

Senior Staff Research Scientist – DeepL Voice – London, England, United Kingdom – Contract – Mid‑Senior level – Research Services. We’re looking for a Senior Staff Research Scientist to lead scientific innovation across our speech and translation models. Ability to communicate clearly,

Work closely with research scientists, senior leaders, AI/ML engineers, and policy experts on the implementation of GSK's responsible AI strategy. OR equivalent work experience as a professional ML research engineer. A track record of performing high quality ML research, evidenced by publications at