Cancer Research Scientist Opportunity

4 days ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom King's College London Full time
About Us

King's College London's School of Cancer & Pharmaceutical Sciences is a leading research institution focused on understanding cancer and developing innovative treatments. This school combines expertise in cancer biology, drug discovery, and clinical trials to advance patient care.

The Comprehensive Cancer Centre at King's College London is a renowned research hub dedicated to improving cancer diagnosis, treatment, and care. It integrates cutting-edge research with clinical expertise, focusing on personalized medicine, immunotherapy, and early detection to enhance outcomes for cancer patients worldwide.

About The Role

We are seeking a highly motivated and talented researcher to join our multidisciplinary team. Collaborating closely with biological scientists, you will perform and analyse imaging experiments on 3D cell culture models to explore cellular dynamics and probe the biochemical intricacies of developmental biology.

This research project aims to push the boundaries of developmental biology through innovative imaging techniques, building on our established expertise in Fluorescence Lifetime Imaging Microscopy (FLIM).

Candidates must hold a PhD in Physics and have extensive experience in optical design and microscopy development, with proven expertise in developing bespoke microscopy platforms such as FLIM, confocal, or multiphoton microscopy.

Strong programming skills in LabVIEW, Python, MATLAB, or C++ are necessary, along with proficiency in image data processing and analysis. We are looking for someone keen to develop project and team leadership skills and enthusiastic about bridging the physical and life sciences.

Key Responsibilities
  • Perform and analyse imaging experiments on 3D cell culture models
  • Collaborate with biological scientists to explore cellular dynamics and probe biochemical intricacies of developmental biology
  • Develop and use bespoke microscopy platforms, such as FLIM, confocal, or multiphoton microscopy
  • Analyse and process image data using programming languages like LabVIEW, Python, MATLAB, or C++
  • Contribute to the development of project and team leadership skills within an interdisciplinary team
Requirements
  • PhD in Physics or a related subject (PhD either completed or submitted)
  • Extensive experience in optical and mechanical design
  • Proven expertise in the construction and use of bespoke optical microscopy platforms
  • Experience with beam shaping techniques, high-powered femtosecond and picosecond laser sources, and adaptive optics for aberration correction in microscopy
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team

The salary for this role is approximately £35,000 - £40,000 per annum, depending on experience. This is a full-time position (35 hours per week) on a fixed-term 1-year contract with the possibility of extension.



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