Join Ivy Farm Technologies as a Research Associate for our Analytics Team and help shape the future of sustainable food!
At Ivy Farm our mission is to create the world’s best guilt free and sustainable meat, it’s cultivated meat, just like real meat, only made differently - and we’re super excited by it.
Were a fun and humble community of 40+ technical and scientific crew; a team where you can make a true difference to animal well-being and global sustainability.
Role Purpose:
We're looking for a motivated, detail-oriented Analyst to join our Analytical Sciences team. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate with a passion for analytical chemistry and biosciences to build hands-on laboratory experience in a fast-paced biotech environment, supporting method development, sample analysis, and data integrity across our R&D and manufacturing programmes.
Key Responsibilities - to give you a flavour - but of course not limited to:
Perform routine and non-routine sample analysis using HPLC and other analytical techniques, following established SOPs
Support method development, qualification, and troubleshooting for analytical assays
Accurately record, process, and interpret analytical data, ensuring compliance with data integrity standards
Maintain laboratory equipment, including routine calibration and preventative maintenance of HPLC systems
Collaborate closely with R&D, process development, and quality teams to support sample turnaround and project timelines
Contribute to the preparation of technical reports, SOPs, and analytical protocols
Maintain a clean, organised, and safety-compliant laboratory environment
Support continuous improvement initiatives within the analytical sciences function
About you:
A recent graduate (BSc/MSc) in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, Biotechnology, or a related field
Some practical exposure to HPLC (academic, industrial year out placement, or internship experience all welcome)
Genuine enthusiasm for analytical sciences and a desire to build a career in the field
Strong attention to detail and a methodical, rigorous approach to lab work
A collaborative team player who communicates well and works effectively across functions
Willingness to learn new techniques and adapt in a dynamic, high-growth environment
Good organisational skills and ability to manage multiple samples/tasks in parallel
What We Offer
Hands-on training and mentorship from experienced analytical scientists
Exposure to cutting-edge biotechnology (cultivated meat / cell line engineering)
A collaborative, mission-driven team culture
Opportunities for growth as the analytical function scales
To be an Ivy Farmer, we need you to have/be:
Enthusiasm and initiative
Comfortable in a fast-paced environment
Attention to Detail: Commitment to ensuring high standards are met
Analytical Skills: Strong ability to analyse data and spot trends
Problem-Solving: Skilled in identifying and resolving issues quickly – innovative and lateral thinking
Confident communicator, both written and verbal, happy to work with a team in a matrix structure or alone to achieve deadlines
Excellent time-management & organisational skills
Why Ivy Farm?
At Ivy Farm, you won’t just be part of a company - you’ll be part of a movement. We’re driving innovation that will change the future of food, and we need visionaries like you to help us get there. We offer competitive compensation, opportunities for career growth, and the chance to work on something truly groundbreaking.
We’re an innovative bunch, with a can-do attitude and one that’s unafraid to think differently. We also have project targets, compliance expectations and – as in any fast-growing business – sometimes competing priorities. That’ll be something you have not just experienced previously but somewhere you thrive. We’ll be looking to you to share your expertise and experience with the team. We also realise this may well be your first venture into cultivated meat – and that’s absolutely fine – we have a great team that will be excited to help you get to grips with that.
So, if you’re ready to join an emerging groundbreaking industry, that’s both able to think differently and actively looking to do so, and one where you can make a difference to animal well-being and sustainability then we’re waiting to hear from you!
And just to confirm, here at Ivy Farm, we're an employer that believes in creating a workplace where everyone feels included and valued, no matter who they are.
Total Package: Full-time, on-site role
At Ivy Farm, we believe that every employee should be compensated fairly. Based on the skill and level of experience required for this role.
You will also be eligible for:
25 days annual leave + bank holidays
Company pension contribution 5%
Private health care from day one
Shares
Company Bonus, eligible from day one
Oodles of amazing fresh ground coffee, tea and snacks
Company events
Fabulous super cool office environment, we’re biased, but let’s face it... it’s cool
Applicants must have ability to live and work in the UK, unfortunately we are not able to offer sponsorship for this role.
(no agencies, thank you)
