About Us
Do you want to work with a team that is changing science and enabling the next generation of genetic medicines?
The stellar growth in cell and gene therapy has accelerated the need for a better quality, faster and more robust DNA manufacturing technology.
Touchlight has created a new DNA vector for use in advanced genetic medicines that is safer and more efficacious than conventional plasmid DNA. Our unique platform also enables DNA production at unprecedented scale, speed and purity.
We believe that DNA is fundamental to the future of medicine and our CDMO has a focus on the following areas:
Touchlight Genetics is looking for a skilled and determined Cell & Molecular Biologist to join our Research and Development team.
Leveraging their mammalian cell biology expertise, the successful applicant will work as part of intra- and inter-departmental teams to design, develop and test novel technologies and associated analytical platforms for therapeutics based on Touchlight’s proprietary DNA technologies.
The role will require the applicant’s excellent analytical skills and creative input for the design and improvement of our platforms, as well as the molecular and ex vivo cell-based laboratory skills necessary to demonstrate their therapeutic potential.
Key responsibilities:
You have:
Strongly preferred:
Touchlight Benefits
Touchlight is a successful scale-up business with a record of world-leading innovation and a welcoming, entrepreneurial culture. We make Touchlight an extraordinary place to work by providing our employees with incredible facilities, flexible working and a competitive benefits and remuneration package.
A Place for Everyone
We believe diversity drives innovation and for that reason we strongly encourage those from all backgrounds to apply for roles at Touchlight. We are an equal opportunity employer and aim to build a workforce that is truly representative of the communities in which we operate and our customers.
If you need reasonable adjustments at any point in the application or interview process, please speak with the HR team who will be happy to support you.