Laboratory Research Scientist – Microbiology & HTS

Francis Crick Institute Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave

Pension contributions up to 16%

Health & wellbeing services

Childcare support options

Crick Networks and inclusive events

Discounted gym memberships

On-site restaurant and social spaces

Job summary

The Francis Crick Institute in London is seeking a Laboratory Research Scientist to join a large-scale project studying how small molecules affect the survival of Gram-negative Klebsiella pneumoniae. This early-career role offers hands-on experience in molecular microbiology, high-throughput screening and data analysis within a cutting-edge environment.

You will work with Crick scientists, contribute to antimicrobial research, and develop skills across sequencing, data processing and laboratory

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in molecular biology, microbiology, biochemistry, biological engineering or related field.
• Hands-on experience with PCR, cloning and DNA extraction, plus microbial culture.
• Experience with sequencing and high-throughput experimental approaches.
• Ability to work with bacterial pathogens under containment and maintain accurate records.
• Strong organisation, communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform molecular biology and microbiology experiments including strain construction and growth assays.
• Support high-throughput and phenotypic screening activities.
• Prepare sequencing libraries and screening plates.
• Process, quality-check and analyse experimental data.
• Contribute to method development and troubleshooting of protocols.
• Maintain accurate lab records and keep the workspace organised.
• Collaborate with scientists across the lab, Crick technology platforms and external partners.

Skills

Molecular biology

Microbiology

PCR & cloning

NGS & high-throughput

Data analysis

Organization

Communication & teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in molecular biology or related field

Job description

The Francis Crick Institute in London is seeking a Laboratory Research Scientist to join a large-scale project studying how small molecules affect the survival of Gram-negative Klebsiella pneumoniae. This early-career role offers hands-on experience in molecular microbiology, high-throughput screening and data analysis within a cutting-edge environment.

You will work with Crick scientists, contribute to antimicrobial research, and develop skills across sequencing, data processing and laboratory