Senior Laboratory Research Scientist - Chemical Biology STP

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biomedical research institute in London seeks a Senior Laboratory Research Scientist to focus on drug discovery related to ALT mechanisms in cancer. This full-time, fixed-term position offers a chance to work in a collaborative environment, contributing to innovative research and therapies. Candidates should hold a PhD and have relevant experience in assay development and molecular biology techniques.

Benefits

Generous leave

Pension scheme

Health and well-being support

Work-life balance benefits

Development opportunities

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent in relevant fields required.
• Experience in assay development and drug discovery.
• Familiarity with cellular target engagement technologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize cellular and biochemical assays.
• Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.
• Contribute to drug discovery efforts targeting ALT mechanisms.

Skills

Assay development

Cellular target engagement technologies

Molecular biology techniques

Education

PhD or equivalent in relevant fields

Job description

Senior Laboratory Research Scientist - Chemical Biology STP, London

Client: The Francis Crick Institute

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 3735eed1d629

Job Views: 3

Posted: 23.05.2025

Expiry Date: 07.07.2025

Job Description:

Description: Reports to the Head, Chemical Biology Science Technology Platform. This is a full-time, fixed-term (three-year) position under Crick terms and conditions.

About us: The Francis Crick Institute is Europe’s largest biomedical research institute, fostering collaboration and innovation across disciplines to advance understanding and treatment of diseases.

About the role: This project focuses on translating research on ALT mechanisms in telomere maintenance into therapies for ALT-positive cancers, offering experience in drug discovery and disease biology.

What you will be doing: Develop and optimize cellular and biochemical assays, collaborate across multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to drug discovery efforts targeting ALT mechanisms.

About you: PhD or equivalent in relevant fields, experience in assay development, cellular target engagement technologies, and molecular biology techniques.

Our values:

• Bold: Embrace creativity and innovation.
• Open: Foster collaboration and transparency.
• Collegial: Respect and support each other.

We value diversity and are committed to inclusive hiring practices, offering support and adjustments as needed.

What will you receive?

• Sponsorship for UK work authorization.
• Generous leave, pension scheme, health and well-being support, work-life balance benefits, and development opportunities.