Research Associate

The role

As a member of our Applications Development team, you will work on creating and optimizing applications for our proprietary analytical platform, Amperia. In this role, you'll collaborate with a diverse group of chemists, biotechnologists, physicists, and engineers to develop innovative solutions that advance protein analysis. This is a unique opportunity to be part of groundbreaking work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment. The position is based in Cambridge, UK.

Your responsibilities

• Develop and optimise assays and applications based on Amperia
• Plan activities guided by senior scientists, and execute independently
• Work together with the Science team to troubleshoot complex problems
• Carry out manufacturing procedures of explorative runs of new biosensors and reagents
• Analyse data independently, write experimental reports and communicate results
  
  

Minimum requirements

• MSc in Biochemistry or related field
• Lab experience and handling of protein samples
• Experience with one or more of the following: ELISA, SPR, BLI, or other binding assays
• Competent user of Microsoft Office
• Basic knowledge of Matlab or Python is a plus
  
  

What we offer

• Dynamic and fast-paced work environment
• Be part of a step-change in life science tools
• Working on a cutting-edge technology at the intersection of biology, engineering, and data science
• Salary: 35000£ - 39000£ depending on experience
• Most important of all, join a great team!

Start date

August 2026 or by arrangement

Primary location

Cambridge, UK

Recruitment process:
Applications should be submitted online at www.abselion.com/careers/

First stage via Teams meeting

Second stage on-site technical interview