Scientist 1 - Anti-infectives

Scientist I – Anti-infectives

Join us on the Evotec R&D Autobahn to cures – where Research never stops!

Are you new or recent graduate in a biological discipline looking for your first scientific role? Do you want to play a part in the discovery of new drugs? If so, this could be the opportunity for you!

Role: Scientist I, Anti-Infectives, permanent

Direct report: To Principal Scientist, Anti-Infectives

Hours: Full time, 40 hours per week, typically 9am to 6pm including a one-hour unpaid lunch break

Salary: Competitive salary and benefits package plus annual bonus opportunity

Location: Alderley Park, Macclesfield, SK10 4TG.

Our company

Evotec is a leader in the discovery and development of novel therapeutics of all modalities, with operational sites in the UK, Europe (Germany, Italy and France) as well as the US. Evotec Alderley Park provides bespoke discovery and development services of new therapies and vaccines to treat and prevent serious and life-threatening infections arising from bacteria, fungi and viruses. As part of continued business growth in Infectious Diseases an exciting opportunity has arisen to join our dynamic, high performing and friendly team of skilled scientists.

Our Alderley Park site is set in the heart of Cheshire surrounded by a stunning 400-acre estate, open green spaces, sweeping views, all within easy reach of Merseyside and Greater Manchester, Staffordshire, and the Peak District. 

Role and Responsibilities

As a Scientist I within the Evotec Alderley Park scientific team, you will participate in the organisation, conduct, and delivery of pre-clinical studies to support multiple drug discovery projects.

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Adherence to protocols for studies and experiments and working in compliance with Evotec quality requirements.
• Preparation of study materials and reagents, culture of micro-organisms according to defined objectives and agreed timelines.
• Performing procedures and experiments according to specific working instructions and protocols, and within timelines required by the project.
• Data analysis and contribution to written study reports.
• Active participation in team meetings.
• Adhering to Evotec guidelines regarding accurate documentation of laboratory experiments.
• Working across multiple functions, providing support for studies and experiments as required.
• Maintaining the laboratory workspace to high standards, supporting operational roles including compound receipt and stockkeeping.
• Complying fully with the company safety policy and documentation in performing experiments.

Skills & Competencies

• Enthusiastic and flexible, positive ‘go the extra mile’ approach.
• Ability to work flexibly to meet project requirements (e.g. working earlier or later in the day if required) is essential.
• Willingness to contribute to areas outside your immediate experience.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to execute experiments in an effective and timely manner, reporting progress to senior scientists or study leaders.
• Good attention to detail and excellent standards of data capture.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication as well as good organisational skills.
• Appropriate IT skills including routine use of MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams and other software packages (e.g. GraphPad Prism).
• Highly adaptive and able to work effectively in a fast-moving environment.
• Ability to work with a closely interactive team to deliver to tight timelines.

Education and Experience

• BSc (or higher/equivalent) in a life sciences discipline with relevant focus OR equivalent relevant experience.
• Experience working in a microbiology laboratory at containment level 2 is essential, and experience of using a range of methodologies, working with bacteria, fungi or viruses using good microbiological laboratory practices is essential.
• Experience of industry standard antimicrobial susceptibility testing methods (e.g. CLSI and EUCAST)
• Experience of working with the hollow fibre infection model would be advantageous
• Previous experience in the pharmaceutical industry or CRO environment would be advantageous although not essential

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package including pension scheme, holiday package, private health insurance and company bonus scheme. In addition, there are excellent career progression opportunities within the company; we provide excellent training and support and continuing professional development opportunities.

Onsite Facilities

Alderley Park offers excellent facilities including secure onsite parking, restaurant, café and gastro pub, gym and workout studio, running, walking, and cycling routes as well as good public transport links with a shuttle bus service

Interested?

Apply NOW – please upload your up-to-date CV and covering letter to Workday.

If you have any questions, please contact Marie Ariyaratne, Recruiter, email [email protected].

To view our current vacancies and more for information about company visit our website at Career - Evotec.

Evotec is proud to be an equal opportunities employer, welcoming individuals regardless of age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, race, age, nationality, religious denomination, or disability. We match our role based on your suitability and experience.

Candidates must have the right to work in the UK. We will consider European applications with the right skills and experience.

All roles will be subject to a security screening check.

Due to the high volume of applications, we may close this vacancy at any time once we find our perfect match.

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FR : Dans le cadre de sa politique Diversité, Evotec étudie, à compétences égales, toutes les candidatures dont celles des personnes en situation de handicap.

ENG : In the frame of our Diversity policy, Evotec considers, with equal competences, all applications including people with disabilities.