Development Scientist - London - £40,000

Are you a Biochemist with a passion for translating cutting-edge biology into real-world products? We're looking for an ambitious Development Scientist to join our client's team and help shape the next generation of protein science. Joining a fast growing well-funded proteomics start up with a genuinely one-of-a-kind technology, the Development Scientist role is focused on assay development, troubleshooting and optimisation. In addition to incredibly challenging and rewarding work in a highly collaborative environment, our client is offering a market leading salary plus excellent benefits and extremely exciting opportunities for personal progression and development. What you'll do as a Development Scientist: • Design and execute experiments to develop and optimise biological and enzymatic assays, with a focus on robustness, scalability, and transferability • Apply protein characterisation techniques - such as HPLC/FPLC, mass spectrometry, or related analytical methods - to inform and accelerate product development • Troubleshoot and systematically improve performance, yield, robustness, and reproducibility. • Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure smooth integration of workflows into the wider platform • Maintain high standards of documentation in line with quality management systems What we're looking for: • An advanced degree (MRes / PhD) in biochemistry or a related discipline, plus some industry experience ideally • Experience with chromatographic techniques (e.g. HPLC/FPLC) for protein purification or characterisation. • Hands-on laboratory experience developing or optimising biological or enzymatic assays or workflows • Strong experimental design skills, with the ability to generate clear, well-controlled data and draw sound conclusions If you're ready to bring your protein science expertise to a fast-moving, commercially focused environment where your work directly shapes products, we'd love to hear from you. Bond Williams Professional Recruitment are an equal opportunity employer and operate as an Employment Business and Recruitment Agency