Research scientist Work, Jobs in Elstree, Hrt (with Salaries)

Research Scientist
Phytoform Labs Ltd —Harpenden
- £41,000 - £43,400 a year
- Temporary
- Doctoral degree
- Laboratory experience
- Master's degree
- Free parking
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Laboratory Research Assistant
Kew Gardens —Kew Gardens
- £34,216 a year
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- Laboratory experience
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
13d
Research Assistant
University College London —London
- £39,148 - £41,833 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor's degree
- Quality control
- Organisational skills
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
6d
Research Technician
University College London —London
- £36,433 - £41,833 a year
- Full-time
- Laboratory experience
- Bachelor's degree
- Time management
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
11d
Senior Clinical Scientist (Magnetic Resonance Physics)
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust —London
- £66,274 - £73,496 a year
- Full-time
- University
- Leadership
- Communication skills
Postdoctoral Research Associate (PDRA)
Kew Gardens —Kew Gardens
- £39,243 - £42,153 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Doctoral degree
- Presentation skills
- Scripting
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
13d
Research Scientist (AI Behaviours)
White Circle —London
- £150,000 - £250,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Doctoral degree
- Computer Science
- English
- Relocation assistance
- Annual leave
Data Scientist - Scientific AI
McKinsey & Company —London
- Doctoral degree
- Master's degree
- C++
Science Technology Graduate Programme
UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) —London
- £37,476 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Laboratory experience
- Master's degree
Higher Scientist - Raman spectroscopy & SRS microscopy
NPL —Teddington
- Doctoral degree
- Engineering
- Data analysis skills
Postdoctoral Research Scientist
Anthony Nolan —London
- £39,900 - £46,000 a year
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- IT
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
PhD Studentship: Precision biomarker discovery for kidney tumours
University College London —London
- Full-time
- University
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Research Scientist – World Models, Robotics & Embodied AI
Meta —London
- AI
- Internship
- Python
Science Project Intern
Kew Gardens —Kew Gardens
- £25,579 a year
- Full-time
- University
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
12d
Product Data Scientist (Data Labs)
Similarweb —London
- Computer Science
- Engineering
- Data analysis skills
Senior Scientist (InSPIREmed) - £46,160-£51,666 p.a. + benefits
Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency —South Mimms
- £46,160 - £51,666 a year
- Full-time
- Presentation skills
- Travel
- Annual leave
- Sick pay
7d
Head of Virology (ID4520)
Animal and Plant Health Agency —New Haw
- £73,165 - £81,535 a year
- Overtime
- Doctoral degree
- Presentation skills
- Leadership
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
7d
Evidence and Impact Analyst
MSI Reproductive Choices —London
- £29,200 - £36,500 a year
- Monday to Friday
- Microsoft Excel
- Communication skills
- Python
10d
Eric and Wendy Schmidt AI in Science Fellows, a program of Schmidt Sciences (Research Fellow)
Imperial College London —White City
- £62,433 a year
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- University
- Machine learning
Scientist, Formulation Science - £34,183 p.a. + benefits
Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency —South Mimms
- £34,183 a year
- Full-time
- Laboratory experience
- Presentation skills
- Bachelor's degree
- Annual leave
- Sick pay
7d

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Research Scientist

Phytoform Labs Ltd
Harpenden

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Job details

Temporary | Full-time
£41,000 - £43,400 a year

Benefits

Free parking
Cycle to work scheme
Private medical insurance
On-site parking

Qualifications

Biology
Doctoral degree
Scientific research
Laboratory experience
Master's degree

Full job description

We are looking for a motivated team member to join Phytoform’s R&D efforts in the development of a plant artificial chromosome, a cutting-edge project funded by the Advanced Research and Invention Agency (ARIA), delivered in close collaboration with academic partners, including the University of Cambridge, the University of Western Australia and the Australian Genome Foundry at Macquarie University. You’ll be part of a consortium developing a synthetic chromosome for plants with particular focus on potato and moss (Physcomitrium patens). The objective for this role is to develop detection and characterisation methods using molecular and cytogenetic techniques. This is an opportunity suitable for an enthusiastic synthetic or molecular biologist, who is keen to develop a completely novel genetic engineering system. Previous knowledge of plants is not a requirement, but it is highly beneficial. If you have previously been part of an academic or industry team but now would like to work in a fast-paced start-up environment and develop a project from the ground up then you would be a great fit.

What You’ll Do

Design and execute experiments to advance plant genome engineering technologies.
Establish novel methods for detecting and distinguishing nuclear genetic material (e.g. cytology, live-cell imaging, or in vitro alternatives).
Develop and optimise delivery systems for introducing genetic material into plant cells (e.g. protoplast fusion, PEG-mediated transformation).
Contribute to an innovative R&D programme with high scientific autonomy and opportunity for professional development.

Role Requirements

PhD in synthetic, cellular, or molecular biology, or related field. MSc with 3+ years of relevant research experience can also be considered.
Proven ability to solve complex problems in cell and molecular biology with rapid iteration.
Demonstrated experience designing, executing, and troubleshooting experimental protocols independently.
Clear evidence of experience in fluorescence imaging and analysis.
Ability to deliver high-quality results within defined project timelines. Thrive in a fast-paced environment with evolving priorities.
Clear and effective scientific communication (written and verbal).
Meticulous experimental documentation and record keeping.
Enthusiasm for learning and applying new techniques.

Beneficial Experience

Working with multiple species, ideally moss (Physcomitrium patens), potato or tomato.
Automated image analysis using tools such as ImageJ macros and CellProfiler workflows.
Live-cell CRISPR-based imaging approaches (e.g. dCas9, dCas13, SunTag), alongside other nuclear detection methods such as immunostaining, FISH, and GISH
Plasmid design software (geneious, benchling, snapgene) and molecular cloning methods (gateway, goldengate, gibson).
Hands on experience working with plant tissue culture, ideally protoplast systems.
Protoplast transformation PEG-mediated using plasmids and other protoplast genetic manipulation methods such as cell fusion.
Use of an electronic lab notebook software for record keeping, shared cloud space, and time-management tools.

If you’re looking for a new challenge and enjoy working as part of a small, multidisciplinary team where new ideas are welcomed, then we would love to meet you! And if your experience does not align perfectly with every qualification listed, but you are excited by the project and believe you could contribute strongly, we still encourage you to apply.

Your application should consist of a single PDF containing your CV and a cover letter. In your cover letter, please include the description of a technology, method, workflow, or system that you personally developed, implemented, or significantly improved in a previous role. We are particularly interested in understanding the problem you were solving and your specific contribution.

Location: Harpenden, Greater London commuter area, United KingdomContract: Full-time, 2-year fixed-term (renewable based on milestones and funding)Visa: Please note that this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Start Date: As soon as possible

This job is part of an Advanced Research + Invention Agency funded project.

Please apply on our website or send your application to [email protected] with “Research Scientist Q2-2026” in the subject line.

Pay: £41,000.00-£43,400.00 per year

Benefits:

Cycle to work scheme
Free parking
On-site parking
Private medical insurance

Ability to commute/relocate:

Harpenden AL5 2JQ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

PhD (preferred)

Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

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