Senior CAR-T Scientist
| Posting date: | 15 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £275 to £325 per day |
| Additional salary information: | £275-325 per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 14 February 2026 |
| Location: | Slough/west London, Berkshire, SL1 3WE |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 4761810_1768487343 |
Summary
Your new company
You'll be joining a world‑leading biopharmaceutical organisation recognised for its strong scientific heritage and commitment to transforming the lives of people with severe immune and neurological conditions. As a major global R&D hub, the company invests heavily in cutting‑edge research, fostering an environment where talented scientists can make a meaningful impact on next‑generation therapies such as CAR-T.
Your new role
This is initially a 12 month contract position that may be extended.
You will be joining an experienced R&D team focused on the development of new CAR-T therapies for multiple disease areas, primarily within immunology.
This is a fully lab based role.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Drive the design and generation of CAR constructs tailored to specific antigen targets.
- Establish, refine, and troubleshoot methodologies for T‑cell engineering, including transduction and expansion workflows.
- Execute a range of in‑vitro functional studies to assess CAR T performance, such as cytotoxicity, cytokine profiling, and durability.
- Partner closely with multidisciplinary research teams to embed CAR T technologies into broader discovery programmes in immune modulation and tissue repair.
- Interpret experimental outcomes, compile high‑quality technical documentation, and communicate findings to scientific stakeholders.
- Contribute scientific insight to the evolution of CAR T platforms by monitoring emerging technologies and integrating new approaches.
What you'll need to succeed
- An MSc or PhD in Immunology, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, or a related life science discipline (or equivalent experience).
- Demonstrated hands‑on experience in CAR T cell engineering, including vector design and in‑vitro functional evaluation - candidates who have gained this in an industry setting, eg pharma, biotech or CRO are strongly preferred.
- Solid grounding in immune cell biology and mechanisms underpinning targeted cell depletion.
- Ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively within a dynamic, fast‑paced research setting.
- Proven analytical and problem‑solving capabilities with meticulous attention to detail.
- Clear and confident communication skills, particularly in conveying complex scientific concepts.
All applicants must currently hold the right to work in the UK until at least January 2027. Applicants who require visa sponsorship cannot be considered for this role.
What you'll get in return
You'll have the chance to work within a well-experienced team on the development of new approaches to CAR-T therapy, making a significant impact on the company's drug discovery pipeline in a highly collaborative and friendly atmosphere.
You'll also get a good daily/hourly rate.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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