Job Title: R&D Scientist Location: Slough Contract: 12 months Pay rate: £14.54 - £17.96 Cpl Life Sciences are partnered with a globally leading CDMO to source for an R&D scientist to join their team at the Slough site. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge bioprocess development in a collaborative R&D environment. Key Responsibilities: • Set up, operate, and maintain lab-scale bioreactors for mammalian cell culture. • Monitor and control key bioprocess parameters to ensure optimal conditions for cell growth, viability, and productivity. • Collaborate closely with the upstream R&D team to design, plan, and execute complex, bioreactor experiments for process development and optimisation. • Perform routine mammalian cell culture tasks including media preparation, cell revival, passaging, and maintenance. • Collect, analyse, and document experimental data accurately; assist in generating scientific reports and technical documentation. • Support laboratory safety initiatives and ensure adherence to standard operating procedures and protocols. • Carry out general laboratory duties such as inventory management, equipment maintenance, and maintaining a clean and organised workspace. • Perform additional lab-related tasks as assigned. Essential Skills and Qualifications: • Prior experience in biotechnology, preferably in a GMP-regulated environment. • Solid understanding of mammalian cell culture principles and upstream process development. • Hands-on experience with CHO cell culture, including thawing, subculturing, and media preparation. • Proficiency in operating and troubleshooting lab-scale bioreactors. • Strong attention to detail, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.