Senior Scientist - Molecular Biology

Camena Bioscience is a synthetic biology company with the mission to enable synthetic biologists by unlocking access to genes with unparalleled accuracy.

We have ambitious plans to change the DNA synthesis landscape. We want our technology to enable customers to solve society's biggest problems.

We are seeking an exceptional molecular biologist to become a valuable member of our growing team. This distinctive opening presents a chance to join our accomplished and diverse organisation, recognised for its groundbreaking greenSynth™ DNA synthesis technology. The selected candidate will play a vital role in developing and implementing our technology.

This role requires you to work onsite at our laboratory.

Role Responsibilities

  • Perform experiments that support the invention of novel technologies
  • Work independently to drive research
  • Present results at internal company meetings and to partners as required
  • Support patent filings and scientific publications
  • Coordinate work across teams to leverage expertise across the company

    Essential Skills and Experience

    • PhD in a molecular biology-related field or equivalent industrial experience
    • Experience discussing and presenting scientific experiments and results
    • Experience working in a multi-disciplinary team
    • Proven ability to prioritise work to meet key objectives
    • Experience with molecular biology techniques e.g. cloning/transformation, DNA preps

      Desirable Skills and Experience

      • Experience with setting up NGS pipelines
      • Experience using a laboratory tracking system e.g. Benchling
      • Publication and patent track record
      • Experience in disciplines beyond your PhD qualification
      • Experience with liquid-handling automation, DNA sequencing, fermentation


        These are desirable skills and are not essential. If you do not meet these desirable skills but believe you are a good candidate, please still apply.


        Title: Senior Scientist - Molecular Biology

        Location: Chesterford Research Park, Cambridge

        Holidays: 30 days + UK Public Holidays

        Benefits: Flexible working, Bonus scheme, private medical insurance including counselling, stock option plan, perk scheme, volunteering days and company social events.

        Park Facilities: Onsite restaurant, gym and 7-hole golf course, free electric car charging points, coach service to central Cambridge and shuttle bus service to Great Chesterford train station.


        Application Deadline: 15th April 2024
        Zoom Interview Date: 23rd-25th April
        Onsite Interview Dates: 30th April - 2nd May 2024

        If you have any questions about the role or the company, please contact us via our chat service on our careers homepage.

        Camena Bioscience embraces the diversity of our employees and their opinions. We are a small, committed team trying to make diversity, equity and inclusion part of everything we do. Our application process is anonymised, and our recruitment is systematic.

        We can currently only accept applications from people with the right to work in the UK and cannot offer sponsorship at this time.

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