Senior Scientist I - Characterisation | CMC - Oxford Immunocore (NASDAQ: IMCR) is a pioneering, commercial-stage T cell receptor biotechnology company whose purpose is to develop and commercialize a new generation of transformative medicines which address unmet patient needs in oncology, infectious diseases and autoimmune disease. Our leaders in R&D are internationally recognised as some of the biotech industry\\\'s most successful drug developers. We are creating not just an environment where great minds can interact but an innovation powerhouse answering the big questions. Focused on delivering first-in-class biological therapies to patients, we have developed a highly innovative soluble TCR platform. Our ImmTAX molecules underpin a new generation of precision engineered drugs that harness the immune system to treat a broad spectrum of diseases with high unmet medical need, including oncology, infectious diseases and autoimmune diseases.

At Immunocore, we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. By embracing Science, Trust, Respect, Integrity, Diversity, and Entrepreneurship (STRIDE), we create an environment where collaboration thrives, ideas flourish, and transformative changes happen. We are dedicated to developing breakthrough therapies that transform patients\\\' lives, advancing medicine, and supporting one another in these pursuits. As such, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. To contribute to the development of characterisation methods for the company\\\'s biopharmaceutical products, including peptide mapping (LC-MS/MS) and intact mass spectrometry analysis. Performing protein sequence and post translational modification identification, including glycosylation analysis. * Contribute to the Development of characterisation methods of ImmTAX and other products, including peptide mapping (LC-MS/MS) and intact mass analysis * Designing and carrying out biochemical characterisation, chemical stability and comparability studies of biologics/drug products. * Contribute to writing study protocols and reports. * Independently testing and, increasingly, leading lines of investigation. Proposing new experiments based on emerging data and other related information. Priorities: establishing priorities for own work and team-based projects; making decisions on prioritisation based on the overall goals of the team, department and project, using direct evidence and personal experience as guidance. * May also act as a mentor to other colleagues, sharing scientific knowledge. Providing analysis of new techniques and theories from outside the Company to advance the way the company works; Laboratory records: ensuring that all records and information are up to date, on time and recorded to the correct standard. Laboratory equipment: providing technical guidance to others within the team on how to use equipment most effectively. * Reporting: communicating and presenting research findings at meetings with colleagues, senior management and partners. * Adhere to safe working practices in laboratories according to Immunocore EHS policies. Experience of glycosylation analysis of recombinant proteins or antibodies. * Independently coordinated extensive testing of protein biomolecules. * Worked in a bench-based biopharmaceutical laboratory environment. * Presented detailed scientific findings and papers to internal and external audiences Experience of glycosylation analysis of recombinant proteins or antibodies * Experience with late stage/commercial biopharmaceutical assay development and characterisation * Led a small project team, formally or informally, through a change in practice including project management * Or MSc. in biochemistry, biotechnology or related discipline * Desirable: PhD in related discipline