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Join us in building the future of proteomics
Proteins are at the heart of every biological process, yet today’s tools still leave major blind spots. At Portal Biotech, we're developing the first platform capable of sequencing entire proteins at the single-molecule level, replacing fragmented views with a complete picture. We want to empower scientists to understand proteins in real time, enabling faster drug discovery, more accurate diagnostics, and stronger pandemic readiness. We’re looking for sharp minds to help bring this vision to life.
Workplace & culture
We’re shaping a future where breakthrough drug therapies reach those in need, sooner. If you're excited about building groundbreaking technology, with a mission-driven and high performance cross-functional team of talented people, come join us in this mission!
Why join us?
Portal Biotech provides competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits to support our team's success. Our teams are based in two exceptional locations: London's Scale Space facility in the White City Innovation District, where we're part of a dynamic community driving life sciences innovation, and Groningen in the Netherlands, a world-leading center for nanopore research and vibrant university city. At Portal Biotech, we celebrate diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our success, creating an environment where every perspective is valued and every contribution matters. Join us in advancing groundbreaking research while enjoying the benefits of working in world-class facilities within vibrant, science-focused communities.
Current job openings
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Electronics Engineer – Life Sciences Instrumentation Hardware (Life Sciences Tools & Instruments) · London
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Electrochemist – Life Sciences Hardware (Life Sciences Tools & Instruments) · London
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Programmer (Software Engineer) – Life Sciences Instrumentation Hardware (Life Sciences Tools & Instruments) · London
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Mechanical Engineer – Life Sciences Tools and Instruments Hardware (Life Sciences Tools & Instruments) · London
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Materials Scientist – Life Sciences Tools & Instruments Hardware (Life Sciences Tools & Instruments) · London
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Data Scientist Bioinformatics (BiX) · London · Hybrid
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Applications Scientist Applications · London
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General Interest - Groningen-based positions Biology R&D · Groningen
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General Interest - UK-based positions London · Hybrid
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Technician – Protein Production Biology R&D · Groningen
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About Portal Biotech
Founded by DNA-sequencing veterans, Portal Biotech is developing the first bench-top single-molecule protein sequencer, leveraging machine-learning algorithms and building on decades of in-house expertise in nanopore technology. By analysing full-length protein molecules at the single-molecule level, our platform delivers rapid, real-time information on protein identity, abundance, and structure. Those insights open frontiers in drug discovery, diagnostics, and fundamental research, helping scientists and clinicians to better understand human health and disease.
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