Higher Scientific Officer

THE INSTITUTE OF CANCER RESEARCH; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Institute of Cancer Research is seeking a Higher Scientific Officer to provide technical support in cancer therapy research. The successful candidate will contribute to identifying novel therapeutic targets and evaluating agents in a dynamic research environment. This role demands considerable expertise in molecular and cellular biology and a commitment to advancing cancer therapies.

Benefits

Competitive salary and pension

Access to state-of-the-art facilities

Professional development opportunities

Dynamic and supportive research environment

Collaboration with leading researchers

Qualifications

• Three or more years of training in molecular/cellular biology.
• Practical skills in cell culture and molecular biology techniques.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support in identifying novel therapeutic targets.
• Evaluate therapeutic agents in preclinical development.

Skills

Problem-solving

Cell culture

Molecular biology techniques

Organisational skills

Team collaboration

Education

BSc in biological sciences

Job description

Duration of Contract: Fixed term for 12 months

Hours per week: 35 hours per week (Full Time)

Location: Sutton

Closing Date: 28th July 2025

Please note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. We recommend submitting your application as soon as possible to ensure it is considered.

Under the guidance of Dr. Alec Paschalis, we are seeking to recruit a Higher Scientific Officer to contribute to providing technical support to the Translational and Experimental Medicine Group in identifying novel therapeutic targets and evaluating therapeutic agents in preclinical development using in vitro cell culture and near-patient models.

About you

The successful candidate must have:

• Three or more years of training in molecular/cellular biology.
• BSc in biological sciences (first class honours).
• Practical skills in cell culture and molecular biology techniques.
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to organise and prioritise work to meet deadlines. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Enthusiasm to work in an interdisciplinary environment towards developing improved cancer therapies.

Department/Directorate Information

The Translational and Experimental Medicine Group

Clinical Studies Division

Dr. Alec Paschalis is a Clinician Scientist and Leader of the Translational and Experimental Medicine Group. His team focuses on identifying therapeutic vulnerabilities in advanced cancers to drive the development of novel biology-driven ‘Proof of Concept’ and ‘Proof of Mechanism’ clinical studies to improve patient outcomes. The team comprises basic and clinical scientists within a vibrant, world-class research environment.

What we offer

• A dynamic and supportive research environment
• Access to state-of-the-art facilities and professional development opportunities
• Collaboration with leading researchers in the field
• Competitive salary and pension

We encourage all applicants to access the attached job pack for more detailed information. For an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact [e-mail].

About The Institute of Cancer Research

Why work for us?

As a staff member, you'll have access to a range of benefits. The ICR is committed to supporting overseas applicants applying for roles; please click here for further information.

The Institute of Cancer Research, London, is one of the world's most influential cancer research institutes, with a history of achievement spanning over 100 years. More information about working at the ICR can be found here.

We welcome applications from candidates worldwide. We aim to select individuals with the potential to become or support the future leaders in cancer research, based on their application and interview performance. We particularly encourage applications from British applicants from black and ethnic minority backgrounds, as they are underrepresented within the ICR and in STEM roles nationwide.