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Band 6 Viral Vector Production Scientist

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Medical Protection — indemnity for locally employed doctors from £79
Location
Salary
£47,951 - £56,863 per annum inclusive of HCAS
Profession
Health science services
Grade
Band 6
Deadline
03 Jun 2026
Contract Type
Fixed term: 12 months (End date: July 2027)
Posted Date
20 May 2026

Job overview

A scientist position is available within the Centre for Cell, Gene & Tissue Therapeutics Vector Manufacturing Labs. The post holder will be responsible for supporting a new, GMP-compliant lentiviral manufacturing facility and assisting the development and implementation of novel intermediate scale viral vector manufacturing techniques.

Main duties of the job

What you'll do:

  • Develop and implement cutting-edge lentiviral production techniques using state-of-the-art production equipment.
  • Play a key role in building and qualifying a GMP process from the ground up.
  • Participate in GMP manufacture of viral vector.
  • Conduct and develop analytical assays for viral vectors, including flow cytometry, sterility testing, and qPCR.
  • Analyse and interpret complex batch data, contributing to process optimisation.
  • Maintain lab equipment and contribute to a compliant and efficient lab environment.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.