Our client, a global leader in life science, are looking to appoint a Image Analysis Scientist.  As an Image Analysis Scientist, you will be a member of the Computational Biology Department, focused on improving and developing image analysis software and general data analysis software for high performance genomic analysis systems. You will be involved in the development and testing of new methods and algorithms and in their implementation. You will also participate in system development and the development of performance improvements for these genomic analysis systems.

Skills/Attributes:

• MSc in Computer Science, Math, Engineering or Natural Sciences; advanced degree is a plus.
• Scientific software development experience using C, C++.
• Research experience in image analysis techniques and statistical inference.

Our client, a global leader in life science, are looking to appoint a Scientific Programmer - Bioinformatics.  Within this role, you will be a member of the Computational Biology Department at our clients UK site. You will sustain, improve, develop and test existing and new applications for the Genome Analyzer high-throughput DNA sequencing system. The applications include core algorithm libraries for Windows and Unix as well as Unix applications for grid systems in the area of image analysis, signal processing and DNA base calling.

Skills/Attributes:

• BSc in Computer Science, Mathematics, Natural Sciences, Engineering or related degree; PhD or postdoctoral experience a plus.
• Significant experience in scientific software development in Unix using C or C++ in an industrial or academic setting.
• Programming experience in Python or Perl.
  

Our client, an early stage biotechnology company, are looking to recruit a Biochemistry Technician.  Our clients' focus is on marine glycobiology and the isolation of unique molecules from marine sources, which have applications in anti-inflammatory therapies.  The successful candidate will support all ongoing in-house compound discovery and in vitro screening. The role will involve isolation, purification and characterisation of marine molecules, predominantly glycans, using various chromatographic techniques. In addition, the candidate will give support to the screening section by undertaking cell culture maintenance and screening assays.

Skills/Attributes:

• Chromatography experience either through study, or through previous employment.
• Cell culture experience is desirable although training can be provided.
• Previous experience of Quality Assurance systems would be an advantage.

Our client, a leading scientific consulting firm, are looking to appoint a Senior Consultant.  Within this role you will be required to provide scientific and innovative thinking with an advanced level of technical skill and insight. In addition you will demonstrates and clearly articulates an understanding of the needs of each client and produces a high quality work product acceptable to the project manager, on time and within budget.

Skills/Attributes:

• Educated to at least degree level. 
• Experience in a similar role.
  

Our client, a leader in custom-made research reagents, principally peptides and antibodies, are looking to appoint a Peptide Chemist.  Our client's business is built on a philosophy of strong customer focus, clear and regular communication, a high degree of flexibility and core values in safety and quality. 

Skills/Attributes:

• Educated to degree level. 
• Chemistry/Biochemistry background.
• Knowledge of peptide work desirable.
  

Our client, a leader in Bioinformatics, are looking to appoint a Team Leader - R&D Data Analysis. The successful candidate will be responsible for a highly motivated and dynamic team of bioinformaticians working on high-level statistical analysis of genomics data. In conjunction with Bioinformatics Manager he/she will direct and assist in the growth and expansion of expert data analysis capabilities, including improvement of existing procedures, identification and implementation of new procedures and tools and hiring and training of staff.

Skills/Attributes:

• PhD degree is required.
• Proven track record of working in a senior Bioinformatics role.
• Emphasis on the development and application of sophisticated statistical data analysis techniques.

Our client, a leader in Bioinformatics, are looking to appoint a Bioinformaticians/Senior Bioinformaticians - Target Discovery.  As a Bioinformatician or Senior Bioinformatician, you will be responsible for performing experimental design and Bioinformatics data analysis for target discovery projects. You will apply available and if necessary develop and adapt new data analysis methods and ensure their correct and rational use. You will be required to communicate findings to a multidisciplinary audience.

Skills/Attributes:

• Familiar with advanced computational methods, techniques and resources used for functional analysis and annotation of biological sequences.
• Good knowledge of drugable/targetable gene and protein families is essential.
• Experience with methods used for upstream (promoter region) sequence analysis.

Our client, a leader in Bioinformatics, are looking to appoint a Senior Bioinformatician - Data Analysis.   You will be responsible for the analysis and quality assurance of genomics data, and will be required to communicate findings to a multidisciplinary audience. In addition, you will play a leading role in the growth and expansion of the data analysis service including identification & implementation of new procedures and mentoring junior members of staff.

Skills/Attributes:

• Post graduate qualification in Bioinformatics or a relevant discipline.
• Primary degree preferably in a biological discipline.
• Suitable experience in an applied bioinformatics role within a commercial or academic environment.