Scientist I, Molecular and Cell Biology

What You Will Contribute To Altos

We are seeking an outstanding and versatile experimental scientist with strong technical depth in molecular biology, cell biology and in vivo experimentation who can operate with a high degree of independence and scientific rigor.

In this role, you will partner with a multidisciplinary team of scientists to advance translational projects at the Abad Lab, supporting target identification, mechanistic studies and therapeutic validation. 

This is an ideal opportunity for a highly motivated and collaborative individual who thrives at the bench, solves technical problems proactively and who is passionate about using their expertise to make impactful contributions to unravel the biological mechanisms underlying cell health and rejuvenation.

Key responsibilities

• Engage in ground-breaking and innovative science and in Altos scientific activities.
• Generate mechanistic hypotheses and drive validation studies using appropriate in vitro and in vivo systems.
• Design and develop project-specific experimental strategies, techniques, and procedures including new biochemical and cellular assays.
• Translate in vitro discoveries into in vivo systems through the design and execution of mouse studies in relevant disease models.
• Partner with multidisciplinary teams including chemists, pharmacologists, and bioinformaticians to advance translational projects.
• Present and communicate  clear, compelling data to a variety of audiences ranging from scientific colleagues to senior leaders

Who You Are

Minimum Qualifications

• Hold a PhD in life sciences (Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, or a related discipline) with 1- 2 years of relevant hands-on experience in biotech, pharma, or leading academic institutions.
• Strong background in molecular and cell biology, including robust experience in cell culture and assay development.
• Proven experience working in vivo with mouse preclinical models in the UK.
• Demonstrated high productivity and ability to complete work in a timely manner. 
• High level of rigor and precision in experimental procedures, data recording, and documentation.
• A proactive “to-do” attitude, with the ability to independently troubleshoot experiments, manage multiple priorities, and deliver high-quality work under tight timelines.
• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills.
• Strong sense of collective ownership of projects and the ability to work independently and with others.

Preferred Qualifications 

• Prior expertise and strong interest in ageing biology, cellular reprogramming and metabolism. 
• Experience with imaging, flow cytometry, high-content screening, or automated cell analysis.
• Biochemistry skills, including biochemical and enzymatic assay development.

Hiring Range: £51,500- £67,700