Research Assistant

3 weeks ago

Cambridge, United Kingdom Wellcome Sanger Institute Full time

Do you want to help us improve human health and understand life on Earth? Make your mark by shaping the future to enable or deliver life-changing science to solve some of humanity's greatest challenges.

We are seeking a Research Assistant to join the Cellular Operations (CellOps) division as part of the Cellular Modelling team. CellOps is comprised of multiple teams specialising in cell biology-based fields. We function as a core resource at the Wellcome Sanger Institute supporting Faculty in the delivery of cellular-based research with an emphasis on running projects at scale.

**About the Role**

This is primarily a laboratory-based role where you will be responsible for:

- Carrying out aseptic mammalian culture, including generating, expanding, maintaining and banking of various cellular models
- Running required downstream cellular processing, including preparing cell samples for sequencing, genotyping and running phenotypic assays
- Carrying out lab work according to established SOPs to agreed timelines and quality standards.
- Maintaining accurate record keeping and contributing to the analysis, review and reporting of data collected.
- Working collaboratively with others in the team to share ideas, coordinate tasks and encourage open communication.
- Support the day-to-day running of the labs through active participation in department-wide initiatives e.g. 5S, OKRs, cleaning sessions, stock management, etc. Contribute novel ideas and suggestions for improvements, and implement changes to ensure the success of the wider department.
- To conduct minor troubleshooting of procedures under the guidance of more senior staff members.

**About You**

You will have relevant cell biology experience, including cell culture and cell-based assays, with an interest in process improvement. You will thrive in a collaborative environment, where you have excellent team working and communication skills. The processing of clinical samples requires strong time management and organisational skills.

You will be provided with all the appropriate training to fulfil your role. We encourage all staff to take part in the learning and development opportunities available within the department and the wider Institute.

Essential:

- BSc in Biology or equivalent cell biology laboratory experience
- Experience in a life science laboratory
- Good knowledge of cell culture techniques
- High attention to detail and good record-keeping
- Proven ability to be able to organise and schedule your own work
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Experience collaborating with others and effectively working in teams

Desirable:

- Experience culturing stem cells and/or organoids
- Experience running cell-based assays
- Experience in gene editing technologies
- Experience training others in scientific techniques
- Knowledge and experience of the Human Tissue Act

**About Us**

The Cellular Modelling team focuses on supporting projects that primarily involve large-scale generation of translational cellular models, such as organoids. Some examples of our current work include the generation of new organoid models from tissues of female reproductive organs, tumours, and inflamed bowels, contributing to the study of diseases previously limited by 2D cell models.

**Additional information**

**Applications**: Please include a cover letter along with your CV. In your cover letter include detail on how your knowledge, skills and experience match the requirements of the role described.

**Salary**:£25,700 - £30,900 depending on experience

**Closing Date**:Sunday 12-NOV-23

**Working at Wellcome Sanger**:
Our flexible-hybrid working environment is designed to support a healthy work-life balance. This means you can work flexibly with a combination of working from home, and working from our Campus to allow you to focus on being productive and part of the team while enjoying the benefits of working flexibly.

We aim to attract, recruit, retain and develop talent from the widest possible talent pool, thereby gaining insight and access to different markets to generate a greater impact on the world. We have a supportive culture with the following staff networks, LGBTQ+, Parents and Carers and Race Equity to bring people together to share experiences, offer specific support and development opportunities and raise awareness. The networks are also a place for allies to provide support to others.

We want our people to be whoever they want to be because we believe people who bring their best selves to work, do their best work. That's why we're committed to creating a truly inclusive culture at Sanger Institute. We will consider all individuals without discrimination and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, where everyone can thrive.

**Our Benefits**:
We are proud to deliver an awarding campus-wide employee wellbeing strategy and programme. The importance of good health and adopting a healthier lifestyle and the commitment to reduce work-related stress is strongly acknowledged and recognised at Sanger Institute.

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