Cancer Target Validation Scientist — Cell Biology

THE INSTITUTE OF CANCER RESEARCH; Sutton; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

The Institute of Cancer Research in Sutton is seeking a Higher Scientific Officer in Cell Biology to conduct lab-based research on potential therapeutic targets in cancer. The role focuses on genetic techniques (RNAi/CRISPR), targeted protein degradation, and biomarker discovery to inform drug discovery.

This is a 2-year fixed-term, full-time contract (35 hours per week) with a salary of £40,850–£43,000 per annum. Reporting to Joanna Loizou and relocation visa support available if needed.

Qualifications

• Masters-level qualification in Cell Biology or a closely related field.
• Knowledge of cancer biology.
• Experience with experimental approaches to therapeutic target validation in cancer.

Responsibilities

• Carry out lab-based cell biology research focused on therapeutic targets in cancer.
• Utilize genetic techniques (RNAi/CRISPR) and protein degradation tools to generate data for target validation.
• Contribute to assay development and biomarker discovery for drug discovery projects.

Skills

Genetic techniques (RNAi/CRISPR)

Assay development

Biomarker discovery

Education

Masters level qualification in Cell Biology or aligned subject

Job description

The Institute of Cancer Research in Sutton is seeking a Higher Scientific Officer in Cell Biology to conduct lab-based research on potential therapeutic targets in cancer. The role focuses on genetic techniques (RNAi/CRISPR), targeted protein degradation, and biomarker discovery to inform drug discovery.

This is a 2-year fixed-term, full-time contract (35 hours per week) with a salary of £40,850–£43,000 per annum. Reporting to Joanna Loizou and relocation visa support available if needed.