Research Associate - Molecular Validation: 6 months fixed term contract

Enara Bio’s purpose is to shine a light on unconventional T cell targets to develop cancer immunotherapies designed to provide lasting benefit for broad patient populations. Our proprietary EDAPT™ platform enables us to discover a novel and differentiated class of cancer-specific targets from the genomic dark matter, which we call Dark Antigens™. We are pioneering approaches to exploit these Dark Antigen targets with a range of immunotherapeutic modalities, including bispecific T-cell engagers, adoptive cell therapies and cancer vaccines.

Enara Bio was founded in 2016 and has been well funded to invest in the build out and growth of our R&D efforts and our fantastic team. The company is based in Oxford, UK

Role Overview 

We are looking for a motivated Research Associate with a passion for immunotherapy to join our Molecular Validation function. This role requires technical expertise in Molecular Biology techniques and in-vitro tissue culture operating in a Biosafety level 2 (BSL-2) laboratory. The role will support a wide range of in-vitro, mammalian cell-based research activities across our Discovery and Non-clinical pipelines. This is an opportunity for a dedicated scientist to contribute to the development of novel technology platforms and discover new therapies for cancers with significant unmet need.

Role Requirements 

· Perform RNA extraction and cDNA synthesis from mammalian cells and human tissue samples in accordance with SOP‑driven workflows.

· Process and handle human biopsy samples, ensuring accurate documentation, sample integrity, and compliance with biosafety and ethical standards

· Maintain mammalian cell lines – including routine tissue culture, preparation of master cell banks, preparation of cells for biological assays and preparation of samples for tissue-typing, monitoring infection (mycoplasma) and authentication (STR-profiling).

· Execute molecular cloning and bacterial transformation, including plasmid amplification and construct verification.

· Following COSHH, biosafety, and laboratory quality practices, ensure compliance with all Environmental, Health and Safety company policies

· Maintain clear experimental records and sample traceability, supporting data integrity and enabling filing of patents, publications, and regulatory documents.

· Work effectively within a cross‑functional laboratory team, supporting project timelines and shared experimental objectives.

· Provide help/support with maintenance of laboratory stocks, deliveries and routine tasks

Minimum Qualifications and Experience Required

· BSc or equivalent workplace experience in a relevant scientific discipline

· Hands on experience in a biological laboratory environment ideally in the biotech/pharma industry

· Experience with molecular biology and cell culture aseptic techniques ideally in a BSL-2 environment

Further information:

The Enara Bio team is driven to make a meaningful difference for people affected by cancer. Our culture is defined by our behavioural ethos:

Empowerment: We promote autonomy across Enara rejecting conventional hierarchy. We engage each other through transparency, collaboration and trust. We each take action with a deep sense of personal and shared accountability.

Courage: We push boundaries in all that we do to deliver on our purpose. We make bold decisions, embrace risk and tackle challenges to advance our novel science. Courage is essential for everything we do.

Humility: We are proud of and excited by our novel science, but we acknowledge that we cannot know everything. Our curiosity drives us to continually learn from each other & the outside world irrespective of our role or title. We give and receive feedback with no room for ego.

Growth: We invest in our people, culture and community to foster belonging as a foundation for success. We embrace individual development to create deeper personal fulfilment and drive stronger collective impact.

We offer a competitive salary, commensurate with qualifications and experience, and a benefits package including pension and health insurance.

Application process:

Applications close on Friday 15 May 2026. We review applications on a rolling basis and may schedule initial screening calls ahead of the closing date, so early applications are encouraged.

In‑person interviews: Tuesday 19 May 2026

Due to the short-term nature of this fixed-term contract, we are unfortunately unable to offer visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the existing right to work in the UK for the duration of the contract.

Enara Bio Limited is an equal opportunities employer.