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Scientist 2 (12 months fixed term)

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Scientist 2 (12 months fixed term)

PerkinElmer

Cambridge (UK)

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Required Skills

Cell culture

Molecular biology

Gene editing

DNA extraction

PCR

qPCR

ddPCR

Project management

Communication

Data analysis

Job Title

Scientist 2 (12 months fixed term)

Location(s)

Cambridge (UK)

About Us

Revvity is a developer and provider of end-to-end solutions designed to help scientists, researchers, and clinicians solve the world’s greatest health challenges. We pair the enthusiasm of an industry disruptor with the experience of a longtime leader. Our team of 11,000+ colleagues from around the globe are vital to our success and the reason we’re able to push boundaries in pursuit of better human health.

Find your future at Revvity

Revvity’s R&D Bioproduction department pioneers advanced expression platforms that enable the manufacturing of next generation biotherapeutics. Our portfolio includes a variety of mammalian cell lines and a transposon-based expression system that accelerates the identification of high-expressing protein recombinant clones. Leveraging our extensive gene editing expertise, we also offer customised cell line engineering services. These technologies support both protein-based therapeutics and viral vector production, addressing the ever-changing needs of the biopharma industry.

Job summary

As a Scientist 2 in the Bioproduction team, you will contribute to generating customer‑facing data and developing customer‑facing protocols that strengthen Revvity’s Bioproduction portfolio, with an initial emphasis on the CHOSOURCE expression platform. The role will also involve the execution and delivery of custom gene editing projects.

This is a lab-based role that requires hands-on experience.

Key responsibilities

  • Design, plan, analyse and troubleshoot research projects with minimal supervision. Strong attention to detail and ability to analyse data in context of the wider project.
  • Execute and deliver customer projects according to the project timeline. Follow Standard Operating Procedures and promptly record experiments and project information in the relevant documents.
  • Ability to work effectively and collaboratively within the team and across different Revvity teams.
  • Record and maintain up-to-date laboratory lab books, and prepare appropriate documentation, such as Standard Operating Procedures.
  • Communicate data in a clear and concise manner at internal and external meetings.

Essential Competencies & Requirements:

  • Master of Science or PhD in Life Sciences, or equivalent experience in a relevant scientific discipline (Life Sciences, Biochemical Engineering and Chemical Engineering).
  • Extensive cell culture experience with exceptional aseptic technique, combined with strong molecular biology skills including DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, qPCR, and ddPCR.
  • Previous experience in gene editing technologies and cell line engineering, and/or experience with leading client projects.
  • Strong team player with excellent communication and organisational skills, attention to detail leading to reliable results and a can-do attitude. Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment while executing, and delivering on multiple projects.
  • Has scientific curiosity and proactively develops knowledge.

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About PerkinElmer

PerkinElmer

PerkinElmer focused on improving the health and safety of people and the environment.

10,001+

Employees

Waltham

Headquarters

Reviews

4.0

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Work Life Balance

3.0

Compensation

2.0

Culture

2.0

Career

2.5

Management

2.0

25%

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Pros

Professional and helpful field technicians

Technical support quality

Service team competence

Cons

Poor management changes and leadership shifts

Massive price increases on contracts

Unwillingness to negotiate pricing

Salary Ranges

220 data points

Junior/L3

Junior/L3 · Customer Support Engineer

29 reports

$104,579

total / year

Base

$98,506

Stock

-

Bonus

$6,073

$71,890

$153,042

Interview Experience

51 interviews

Difficulty

3.3

/ 5

Duration

14-28 weeks

Offer Rate

33%

Experience

Positive 64%

Neutral 22%

Negative 14%

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1

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2

Technical Interview

3

System Design

4

Behavioral

5

Team Fit

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