Quality control scientist

The QC scientist will have a keen eye for detail and experience in a quality-focussed environment.They will assist the scientific team in testing products and services offered by the company and ensure reliable, consistent outputs.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to : Optimisation and routine running of cell-based assays (viability, cell counts, apoptosis, cytotoxicity, ELISA, DNA / RNA extractions, PCR, RT-PCT etc).

Preparation of samples for flow cytometry and performing FACS analysis Reporting results of QC assays and raising issues as they arise Preparing & shipping samples & plates to outsourced providers & clients Ownership & maintenance of standard QC SOPs Input into development of new in-house assays to meet client needs and expand Carcinotech's offering Maintaining up to date inventory of frozen samples Assist with implementation of new quality measures & standards Contributing to writing of protocols and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Contributing to regular lab maintenance including cleaning, stock management and equipment monitoring We are looking for experience in : 2+ years' experience performing assays in an industry setting Working to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in a quality environment such as GLP / GMP Experience performing 3 D cell culture Demonstrable experience in statistical data analysis interpretation, and visualisation Demonstrable experience of performing : DNA / RNAextractions, Flow cytometry PCR RT-PCR Elisa Education qualification : Master's degree in biology / or related subject + relevant experience, Ph D desirable This is an excellent opportunity to join a business in its early stages and be a part of its exciting growth journey.

We have a new opportunity to join the growing team at a cutting-edge medical technology business based in Edinburgh.Carcinotech is a Med Tech company with expertise in manufacturing 3 D printed living tumours using patient-derived biopsies, primary cells, immune cells and cancer stem cells.

Carcinotech's advanced models provide a platform for rapid, ethical, and accurate drug screening, pre-clinical and personalised medicine testing.

As part of expansion, we are looking for a QC Scientist to work within our small team to support several ongoing projects.