Research Assistant – USP

Career opportunity

Research Assistant – USP

1. Added 29th Oct, 2026
2. Apply before Friday, 6th Nov 2026

Job Details

We are a dynamic team of 50 people with a passion for science and delivering for our customers.

At Ingenza we are turbocharging biological systems to make everything from therapeutics to enzymes and consumer products, addressing challenges in human health and the global environment. We are a high-growth SME, driven by our values, culture of integrity, and scientific excellence.

There is an exciting opportunity for a USP Research Assistant with knowledge in Microbiology to join our team. The candidate must be able to work collaboratively within the USP Department, multitask to reach tight project deadlines and show an aptitude for learning new skills. As part of a dynamic team essential skills include attention to experimental rigour and the ability to carefully record, clearly communicate and present the status of experiments. Excellent interpersonal communication and formal presentation skills are also required.

Skills/Experience

The candidate will have:

• An Honours Bachelor’s degree or a Masters in Biological or Chemical Sciences (or closely aligned subject). Overqualified candidates will not be considered for this position. We will also consider applicants with relevant industry experience.
• Good numeracy skills and a strong problem-solving ability.
• Proven ability to work both independently, and as part of a team.
• The candidate must be able to multitask, have excellent attention to detail and time management skills.
• Good organisational skills and a flexible hard-working approach are key attributes for this position.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Good presentation skills.

Other Desirable Skills include:

• Experience of setting up, running and analysing bioreactor experiments.
• A good knowledge and practical ability in aseptic technique, shake flask culture, agar plating, gram staining.
• Experience in microbial and mammalian cell culture.
• Experience in using a Quality Management System (SOP’s, RA’s etc).
• Experience in formal report writing and oral presentations.

Specifics

• Position: Research Assistant – USP
• Closing date: 6th of November 2026
• Location: Milton Bridge, Midlothian
• Hours: 37.5 hours per week
• Work pattern: Shift system (6 Days on, 3 Days off)
• Duration: Permanent
• Pension: Available
• Salary: Dependent on qualifications and experience

Benefits

• Perkbox membership
• Unum Help@Hand health and wellbeing services
• BUPA level 1 health expenses cover
• Nearby gym
• Nearby childcare
• Free on-site parking
• Excellent bus links
• Performance based annual bonus
• Cycle to work scheme
• Paid for company nights out
• Fully stocked kitchen
• Celebrating colleague milestones

Ingenza believes that we best serve our customers by creating and supporting an inclusive and diverse team. All the qualified applicants will be considered regardless of their race, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, disabilities, or age.