Research Scientist

2 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Medical Research Council Full time
Job Title: Research Scientist

This is a dynamic and exciting opportunity to join the Medical Research Council as a Research Scientist in the Metabolism in Immunity, Cancer and Ageing (MICA) group. The successful candidate will participate in laboratory experiments aimed at understanding the influence of metabolism in immunity, particularly cancer immune responses.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in molecular biology, cell biology, or a related discipline, and experience with techniques such as PCR, qPCR, Western blotting, and imaging. They will also be able to provide support with ordering, lab stocks, and organization of spaces, as well as ensuring that equipment and apparatus in the MICA group are maintained, serviced, and repaired as required.

This is an MRC-funded and laboratory-based position to support other scientists in early or changed career training and to help establish them as successful research scientists in their chosen field. The successful candidate will take an active part in the academic activities of the group, including group meetings, group journal clubs, training, and organisational aspects.

The MRC is a unique working environment where scientific researchers and professional support staff can actively partake in world-class innovation and collaboration opportunities and their skills and knowledge through accessing a wide catalogue of training & development, including professional registration with the Science Council.

Key Requirements:

  • BSc (or equivalent) qualification in biological sciences, biochemistry, molecular biology, cell biology, or a related discipline
  • MSc, MRes, or PhD in biochemistry, molecular, or cell biology in cancer, immunology, or a related discipline
  • Understanding and experience of Crispr/Cas9 approaches to edit or perturb genes, including knockouts and knockins
  • Background in biochemistry and metabolic, cancer, and/or immune signalling
  • Good written communication skills in English
  • Experience in imaging and image analysis
  • RNAseq and bioinformatics experience

Personal Qualities:

  • Good verbal communication skills in English
  • Excellent organisational ability to support lab maintenance
  • Ability and eagerness to learn new concepts and acquire new skills in biology quickly, and to seek novel and creative solutions to scientific problems

How to Apply:
Please submit a CV, a brief cover letter describing scientific interests, and names and contacts of two scientific references. Applications without a supporting covering letter will not be considered.


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