Job Description

Research Assistant
Salary: £32,000
Location: Corsham Science
Park

At Cellular Agriculture
Ltd, we’re shaping the future of food by developing advanced
biomanufacturing infrastructure for the cultivated food industry. Our goal is
to lead the sector’s industrialisation by designing next-generation bioreactor
platforms that will support the entire ecosystem, from startups to global
manufacturers. By developing the technology to scale cultivated food
production, we aim to help address some of the world’s most urgent challenges:
food security, climate change and the sustainability of
agriculture.  

We’re a passionate team of
scientists, engineers, and innovators who believe in a better way forward -
where next-generation technologies meet real-world impact. If you’re inspired
by bold ideas, driven by purpose, and excited to be part of a team shaping the
future of food, we’d love to hear from you. Together, we are building the tools
and systems that will make cultivated meat a viable, sustainable food source
for communities around the globe. 

We are also deeply
committed to inclusion and equity. We believe that diverse perspectives drive
better decisions and stronger innovation. We’re cultivating a workplace culture
where every team member feels valued, heard, and empowered to contribute to our
shared success. Everyone here has a voice—and we use it to build a better
future. 

What this role
entails:
- Supporting R&D and Engineering routine activities, e.g. cell culture, bioprocess set-up, analysis and data collection.
- Seed train cell expansion for bioreactor operations.
- Making bulk media batches.
- Perform downstream molecular biology analysis.
- Collaborate across teams and assist in various company activities to accelerate R&D and engineering workplans.
- Act as a key source of knowledge and support for specific equipment.
- Work closely with scientists and engineers to maintain a professional, clean, and safe working environment.

Objectives:
1) Support bioreactor experiments by delivering cells, media, bioprocess set-up, data collection and analysis.
2) Maintain or modify equipment to improve quality, efficiency and productivity.
3) Support the running and maintain the labs to a high standard.

Selection criteria
1) Experience
No specific
requirements.
2) Delivering for an organisation
Takes
personal ownership and acts to ensure delivery of excellent work against agreed
standards and safety requirements.
3) Team working
Demonstrable
ability to work with a diverse range of people, working towards a common goal
in a multi-disciplinary environment.
4) Expertise
Biological
sciences degree.

The successful candidate will be expected to work weekend days
(approximately 1-2 weekend days per month) for which time off in lieu will be
granted. 

The Benefits
In addition to working in
a world class facility based in the Corsham science park near Bath within a
supportive and inclusive team, you will receive a highly competitive base
salary, share options in a growing biotech enterprise, competitive holiday allowance
and a fantastic benefits package including pension, Bupa medical cover and life
assurance. You will have access to world-class training, development, and
networking with organisations across cellular agriculture, and food
systems. 

Closing date: Monday 31st August 2026
On-line interviews to be
held on Monday 7th September
On site
interviews to be held on Wednesday 16th September