Lab-Based Research Assistant: CAR-T Cells & Stem Cells

UCL; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent child health research institute in Greater London is seeking a research assistant to support projects on therapies for children with blood and immune disorders. The position involves collaboration with lab researchers to enhance CAR T cell therapies through pre-clinical studies. Successful candidates will have expertise in human cell handling, genome editing, and flow cytometry. This is a full-time position, initially funded for 12 months with the chance for part-time PhD studies.

Qualifications

• Experience with molecular biology techniques, vector production, and sequencing.
• Effective communication and record-keeping skills.
• Teamwork aptitude and strong organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Support lab researchers in developing CAR T cell and stem cell therapies.
• Collaborate closely with university and hospital partners.
• Engage in pre-clinical studies for children with blood and immune disorders.

Skills

Human cell handling

Culture

Genome editing

Flow cytometry

Functional assays

Job description

A prominent child health research institute in Greater London is seeking a research assistant to support projects on therapies for children with blood and immune disorders. The position involves collaboration with lab researchers to enhance CAR T cell therapies through pre-clinical studies. Successful candidates will have expertise in human cell handling, genome editing, and flow cytometry. This is a full-time position, initially funded for 12 months with the chance for part-time PhD studies.