Cancer Research UK
Bearsden, Dunbartonshire
200 staff. Limitless Potential. One team. Cancer Research Horizons. Senior Scientist (Protein Sciences - Small Molecule) £41,700 - £51,300 plus benefits Department: Therapeutic Innovation, R&I Reports to: Principal Scientist Location : CRUK Scotland Institute, Glasgow with Low flex (Lab Based) Contract type/hours: Permanent Contract, Full time 35 hours per week Closing date: Friday 1st May :55pm Interview Date: Approximately week commencing 11th May Interview process: Competency based interview with task/presentation At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer. We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Scientist in Protein Sciences to join Cancer Research Horizons in our Glasgow lab. You'll lead the expression, purification and QC of protein antigens and related molecules (small molecule drug discovery focus), all of which play a critical role in driving our screening and crystallography programmes. Working primarily across bacterial and insect systems, you'll deliver high quality, well characterised proteins using a range of biochemical and biophysical methods. You'll collaborate closely with multidisciplinary drug discovery teams, communicate insights clearly, drive strategic decisions, innovate across the existing pipeline, bring strong scientific leadership the team, and help ensure a safe, efficient lab environment. You'll collaborate closely with multi disciplinary teams, communicate insights clearly, maintain high quality electronic records and help ensure a safe, efficient lab environment. We're looking for candidates with a PhD (or equivalent experience) in Molecular/Protein Sciences, Chemistry with substantial drug discovery experience, with strong protein production and molecular biology expertise. This is a high impact role that advances our discoveries. If you're adaptable, driven, and ready to make a scientific impact, this is your chance to contribute. Every role at CRH is united by a single mission: beating cancer sooner. We carry out work that matters - impacting patients, families, and the future of science. discovery experience, with strong molecular biology, protein purification based expertise. About Cancer Research Horizons As the world's biggest medical research charity, we've helped bring eleven new cancer drugs to market. However, there is still an urgent need to bring more effective treatments to patients faster. We have recently developed a new approach to driving therapeutic innovation through the creation of Cancer Research Horizons (CRH). We have brought together Cancer Research UK's established drug discovery teams under one organisation and leadership team, combining our unique pipeline of cancer biology expertise and access to CRUK's world-class academic network, cutting edge technology platforms and clinical expertise to 1) Bring new treatments to patients faster and 2) Tackle the biggest challenges in discovering cancer drugs by seeking out more radical ideas and embracing risk in our bid to achieve success. Based at sites in Cambridge, the CRUK Scotland Institute in Glasgow, and Newcastle University, you'll be joining over 200 staff from both industrial and academic backgrounds, all dedicated to bringing forward the day we cure cancer. What will you be doing? Expression and purification of recombinant proteins using bacterial and insect systems to support screening and crystallography programmes Ensure all production is sufficiently characterised and QC'd using appropriate biochemical and biophysical methods Interpret, analyse and clearly summarise data for presentation to varied audiences Work collaboratively within multi disciplinary research teams Communicate effectively, demonstrating openness and respect for others' perspectives Prioritise workload according to project objectives and take responsibility for timely delivery Drive scientific and technical innovation, including through internal and external collaborations, while staying current with developments in the field Maintain accurate and up to date electronic laboratory notebook records Take responsibility for assigned laboratory equipment and associated duties Uphold safe, compliant and effective working practices What are we looking for? PhD or equivalent in Molecular Sciences, Protein Sciences, Chemistry or significant experience within a drug discovery environment Significant experience in providing protein production & molecular biology expertise to enable drug discovery projects Ability to work in a fast-paced, quickly changing environment, showing agility/flexibility to meet deadlines and goals with a can-do attitude Use of current molecular biology techniques (PCR, cloning) to construct expression vectors and isolate genes Purification of tagged and native proteins via manual, AKTA and automated purification platforms using a range of chromatographic techniques Protein analytical techniques - e.g. protein quantitation assays, SDS-PAGE analysis, HPLC, Western Blotting and protein modifications e.g. biotinylation Track record of delivering results across a diverse project portfolio by leading and driving strategic and scientific initiatives Our organisation values are designed to guide all that we do. Bold: Act with ambition, courage and determination Credible: Act with rigour and professionalism Human : Act to have a positive impact on people Together: Act inclusively and collaboratively We're looking for people who can believe in and embody these organisation values and can use them to drive forward progress against our mission to beat cancer. If you're interested in applying and excited about working with us but are unsure if you have the right skills and experience, we'd still love to hear from you. What will I gain? We create a working environment that supports your wellbeing and provide a generous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools. Our policies and processes enable you to improve your work-life balance, take positive steps in your career and achieve your personal wellbeing goals. You can explore our benefits by visiting our careers web page. How do I apply? We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. CVs are required for all applications; but we won't be able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to complete the work history section of the online application form for us to be able to assess you fairly and objectively. For more information on this career opportunity please visit our website or contact us. For more updates on our work and careers, follow us on: Linked In, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.
200 staff. Limitless Potential. One team. Cancer Research Horizons. Senior Scientist (Protein Sciences - Small Molecule) £41,700 - £51,300 plus benefits Department: Therapeutic Innovation, R&I Reports to: Principal Scientist Location : CRUK Scotland Institute, Glasgow with Low flex (Lab Based) Contract type/hours: Permanent Contract, Full time 35 hours per week Closing date: Friday 1st May :55pm Interview Date: Approximately week commencing 11th May Interview process: Competency based interview with task/presentation At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer. We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Scientist in Protein Sciences to join Cancer Research Horizons in our Glasgow lab. You'll lead the expression, purification and QC of protein antigens and related molecules (small molecule drug discovery focus), all of which play a critical role in driving our screening and crystallography programmes. Working primarily across bacterial and insect systems, you'll deliver high quality, well characterised proteins using a range of biochemical and biophysical methods. You'll collaborate closely with multidisciplinary drug discovery teams, communicate insights clearly, drive strategic decisions, innovate across the existing pipeline, bring strong scientific leadership the team, and help ensure a safe, efficient lab environment. You'll collaborate closely with multi disciplinary teams, communicate insights clearly, maintain high quality electronic records and help ensure a safe, efficient lab environment. We're looking for candidates with a PhD (or equivalent experience) in Molecular/Protein Sciences, Chemistry with substantial drug discovery experience, with strong protein production and molecular biology expertise. This is a high impact role that advances our discoveries. If you're adaptable, driven, and ready to make a scientific impact, this is your chance to contribute. Every role at CRH is united by a single mission: beating cancer sooner. We carry out work that matters - impacting patients, families, and the future of science. discovery experience, with strong molecular biology, protein purification based expertise. About Cancer Research Horizons As the world's biggest medical research charity, we've helped bring eleven new cancer drugs to market. However, there is still an urgent need to bring more effective treatments to patients faster. We have recently developed a new approach to driving therapeutic innovation through the creation of Cancer Research Horizons (CRH). We have brought together Cancer Research UK's established drug discovery teams under one organisation and leadership team, combining our unique pipeline of cancer biology expertise and access to CRUK's world-class academic network, cutting edge technology platforms and clinical expertise to 1) Bring new treatments to patients faster and 2) Tackle the biggest challenges in discovering cancer drugs by seeking out more radical ideas and embracing risk in our bid to achieve success. Based at sites in Cambridge, the CRUK Scotland Institute in Glasgow, and Newcastle University, you'll be joining over 200 staff from both industrial and academic backgrounds, all dedicated to bringing forward the day we cure cancer. What will you be doing? Expression and purification of recombinant proteins using bacterial and insect systems to support screening and crystallography programmes Ensure all production is sufficiently characterised and QC'd using appropriate biochemical and biophysical methods Interpret, analyse and clearly summarise data for presentation to varied audiences Work collaboratively within multi disciplinary research teams Communicate effectively, demonstrating openness and respect for others' perspectives Prioritise workload according to project objectives and take responsibility for timely delivery Drive scientific and technical innovation, including through internal and external collaborations, while staying current with developments in the field Maintain accurate and up to date electronic laboratory notebook records Take responsibility for assigned laboratory equipment and associated duties Uphold safe, compliant and effective working practices What are we looking for? PhD or equivalent in Molecular Sciences, Protein Sciences, Chemistry or significant experience within a drug discovery environment Significant experience in providing protein production & molecular biology expertise to enable drug discovery projects Ability to work in a fast-paced, quickly changing environment, showing agility/flexibility to meet deadlines and goals with a can-do attitude Use of current molecular biology techniques (PCR, cloning) to construct expression vectors and isolate genes Purification of tagged and native proteins via manual, AKTA and automated purification platforms using a range of chromatographic techniques Protein analytical techniques - e.g. protein quantitation assays, SDS-PAGE analysis, HPLC, Western Blotting and protein modifications e.g. biotinylation Track record of delivering results across a diverse project portfolio by leading and driving strategic and scientific initiatives Our organisation values are designed to guide all that we do. Bold: Act with ambition, courage and determination Credible: Act with rigour and professionalism Human : Act to have a positive impact on people Together: Act inclusively and collaboratively We're looking for people who can believe in and embody these organisation values and can use them to drive forward progress against our mission to beat cancer. If you're interested in applying and excited about working with us but are unsure if you have the right skills and experience, we'd still love to hear from you. What will I gain? We create a working environment that supports your wellbeing and provide a generous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools. Our policies and processes enable you to improve your work-life balance, take positive steps in your career and achieve your personal wellbeing goals. You can explore our benefits by visiting our careers web page. How do I apply? We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. CVs are required for all applications; but we won't be able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to complete the work history section of the online application form for us to be able to assess you fairly and objectively. For more information on this career opportunity please visit our website or contact us. For more updates on our work and careers, follow us on: Linked In, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.
CCA Recruitment Group
Complaints Handler - Remote Banking & Financial Services Salary 30,000 Work from home from day one! Contract: Permanent, Full Time (40hrs), between the hours of 8am - 8pm, Monday to Saturday Start Dates: Various from 1st of June onwards My client is certified as great place to work UK in 2025! They deliver an outstanding customer experience, at every single opportunity, as a result of our commitment, passion and dedication to excellence. Due to their success they have exciting opportunities in their Banking and Financial Service sector - You must be able to evidence minimum 1 years previous experience in Complaints Handling in Financial Services within an FCA Regulated environment (UK). Training: 2 weeks then 2 weeks Grad Bay Background Checking: Right to Work in the UK Criminal Record Check Credit Check CIFAS and Sanctions checks Any other associated checks About the role: We are looking for a highly motivated individuals who deliver on customer promises and consistently demonstrates and maintains strong knowledge of different products, policies and procedures within work streams. Able to work flexibly across different work streams including responding to medium complex/regulated complaints. Successful candidates will be able to communicate clearly with customers and colleagues both orally and in written form, ensuring decisions can be understood by customers. You will enjoy a fast paced environment and adapt well to change. The ideal candidate will ensure adherence to policies, training & competence scheme and risk frameworks at all times, whilst delivering excellent customer service in the resolution of complaints within SLAs and deadlines. Client values will be displayed at all times. What you'll be doing: Work within current standard compliance processes, systems, and procedures, and report simple non-compliance issues. Prepare routine letters, memoranda and reports for approval, while following up on pending issues. Provide a quality service to customers by processing cases, dealing with complex queries and/or investigating and resolving customer problems, and may identify new customer retention or business opportunities. Produce accurate reports for others by collecting data from a variety of standard sources and inputting that data into standard formats. Prepare moderately complex documents by using multiple computer applications (such as Microsoft Office), while also gathering and summarising data for reports. Develop personal capabilities using existing formal and informal training opportunities. Process and respond to a broad range of questions and issues raised through any communications channels (in person, telephone, email, etc.). Collect and prepare standard data related to ongoing issues. Who we're looking for: Minimum 12 months experience of complaint handling in a financial services regulated environment in the UK Excellent telephone manner, with the ability to build rapport with the customer to ensure they feel supported, receive best in class service at every touchpoint and have a clear understanding of next steps Excellent verbal and written communication Organised, able to confidently manage assigned workloads whilst prioritising targets and deadlines Objection handling whilst remaining professional Values my client is looking for: Process Excellence- Doing things well means something to you and you will always strive to improve on your work. Collaboration- You enjoy working with others and you like working as a team player. Communication- You can speak and write clearly and in a confident manner. Emotional Intelligence- You possess the ability to be emotionally intelligent meaning you are able to empathise, be kind and be good with others. Open-Mindedness- You are able to be open to different ways of thinking and new ideas. Critical Thinking- You are able to think logically when making decisions. Solution Orientation- Having a forward thinking mindset focused on resolving challenges. Entrepreneurship- Taking ownership, not being afraid to take on new tasks, develop and have a self-driven mindset. Disclaimer CCA Recruitment Group is an employment agency with a legitimate interest in providing work finding services. Please be advised that by submitting your CV to CCA Recruitment Group, directly or via any of our job advertisement platforms, and all telephone calls may be recorded for training and auditing purposes, your personal data will be held on our secure internal CRM system indefinitely. The personal data contained therein will not be shared with any third parties without your express consent. As an individual, you have the right to withdraw consent at any time. Following a period of 10 years inactivity your CV will be deleted permanently from our database.
Complaints Handler - Remote Banking & Financial Services Salary 30,000 Work from home from day one! Contract: Permanent, Full Time (40hrs), between the hours of 8am - 8pm, Monday to Saturday Start Dates: Various from 1st of June onwards My client is certified as great place to work UK in 2025! They deliver an outstanding customer experience, at every single opportunity, as a result of our commitment, passion and dedication to excellence. Due to their success they have exciting opportunities in their Banking and Financial Service sector - You must be able to evidence minimum 1 years previous experience in Complaints Handling in Financial Services within an FCA Regulated environment (UK). Training: 2 weeks then 2 weeks Grad Bay Background Checking: Right to Work in the UK Criminal Record Check Credit Check CIFAS and Sanctions checks Any other associated checks About the role: We are looking for a highly motivated individuals who deliver on customer promises and consistently demonstrates and maintains strong knowledge of different products, policies and procedures within work streams. Able to work flexibly across different work streams including responding to medium complex/regulated complaints. Successful candidates will be able to communicate clearly with customers and colleagues both orally and in written form, ensuring decisions can be understood by customers. You will enjoy a fast paced environment and adapt well to change. The ideal candidate will ensure adherence to policies, training & competence scheme and risk frameworks at all times, whilst delivering excellent customer service in the resolution of complaints within SLAs and deadlines. Client values will be displayed at all times. What you'll be doing: Work within current standard compliance processes, systems, and procedures, and report simple non-compliance issues. Prepare routine letters, memoranda and reports for approval, while following up on pending issues. Provide a quality service to customers by processing cases, dealing with complex queries and/or investigating and resolving customer problems, and may identify new customer retention or business opportunities. Produce accurate reports for others by collecting data from a variety of standard sources and inputting that data into standard formats. Prepare moderately complex documents by using multiple computer applications (such as Microsoft Office), while also gathering and summarising data for reports. Develop personal capabilities using existing formal and informal training opportunities. Process and respond to a broad range of questions and issues raised through any communications channels (in person, telephone, email, etc.). Collect and prepare standard data related to ongoing issues. Who we're looking for: Minimum 12 months experience of complaint handling in a financial services regulated environment in the UK Excellent telephone manner, with the ability to build rapport with the customer to ensure they feel supported, receive best in class service at every touchpoint and have a clear understanding of next steps Excellent verbal and written communication Organised, able to confidently manage assigned workloads whilst prioritising targets and deadlines Objection handling whilst remaining professional Values my client is looking for: Process Excellence- Doing things well means something to you and you will always strive to improve on your work. Collaboration- You enjoy working with others and you like working as a team player. Communication- You can speak and write clearly and in a confident manner. Emotional Intelligence- You possess the ability to be emotionally intelligent meaning you are able to empathise, be kind and be good with others. Open-Mindedness- You are able to be open to different ways of thinking and new ideas. Critical Thinking- You are able to think logically when making decisions. Solution Orientation- Having a forward thinking mindset focused on resolving challenges. Entrepreneurship- Taking ownership, not being afraid to take on new tasks, develop and have a self-driven mindset. Disclaimer CCA Recruitment Group is an employment agency with a legitimate interest in providing work finding services. Please be advised that by submitting your CV to CCA Recruitment Group, directly or via any of our job advertisement platforms, and all telephone calls may be recorded for training and auditing purposes, your personal data will be held on our secure internal CRM system indefinitely. The personal data contained therein will not be shared with any third parties without your express consent. As an individual, you have the right to withdraw consent at any time. Following a period of 10 years inactivity your CV will be deleted permanently from our database.
