About the Job

Northreach is a specialist life science recruitment partner, connecting pioneering biotech and biopharma companies with exceptional scientific talent. We partner with businesses that are shaping the future of medicine and empower candidates to take the next step in their scientific careers.

Research Associate – CAR-T Cell Therapy

Oxford, UK | Biotechnology | Full-time, Permanent

About the Role

Northreach is a specialist life sciences recruitment partner, connecting pioneering biotech and biopharma companies with exceptional scientific talent.

We are currently partnering with an innovative, fast-growing biotech company developing next-generation CAR-T cell therapies targeting solid tumours and other high-value oncology indications.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Research Associate to join a collaborative R&D team and contribute directly to cutting-edge immunotherapy programmes in a dynamic start-up environment.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Design and optimise in vitro functional assays (cytotoxicity, cytokine release, proliferation) to evaluate CAR-T activity
• Culture and expand primary human T cells using aseptic techniques
• Develop and validate flow cytometry panels for immunophenotyping
• Support high-throughput screening of CAR constructs
• Analyse experimental data and present findings to cross-functional teams
• Maintain accurate records using electronic lab notebooks (ELNs)
• Collaborate with scientists and engineers across R&D and translational teams
• Contribute to lab operations (SOPs, reagents, equipment upkeep)
• Mentor junior team members where appropriate

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

• BSc (2–5 years’ experience) or MSc (1–3 years’ experience) in Immunology, Cell Biology, or a related field
• Hands-on experience with mammalian cell culture and immunological assays
• Experience in flow cytometry and data analysis (e.g. FlowJo, Prism)
• Industry experience in a biotech or biopharma setting

Soft Skills:

• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Proactive and detail-oriented approach

Why Apply?

• Work on cutting-edge CAR-T therapies with real clinical impact
• Join a high-growth biotech at an exciting stage of development
• Be part of a collaborative, ambitious team pushing scientific boundaries
• Excellent opportunity for career progression in cell therapy & immuno-oncology