Principal Laboratory Research Scientist - Human Biology Facility

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biomedical research institute seeks a Principal Laboratory Research Scientist to lead research in pluripotent stem cell reprogramming and gene editing. The role involves project management, methodology development, and staff training, fostering a collaborative research environment.

Benefits

Visa Support

Generous Leave

Pension Schemes

Health and Well-being Services

Work-life Balance Initiatives

Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Substantial postgraduate experience in pluripotent stem cell research.
• Extensive wet lab experience in pluripotent cell culture and reprogramming.

Responsibilities

• Supporting and delivering scientific projects related to reprogramming and gene editing.
• Establishing new laboratory methodologies.
• Providing technical support and training in stem cell culture and gene editing.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Prioritization

Self-motivated

Education

Degree in Biological Subject

PhD or Equivalent Experience

Tools

Wet Lab Techniques

Job description

Principal Laboratory Research Scientist - Human Biology Facility, London

Client: The Francis Crick Institute

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Education

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: fa4e5b560b4e

Job Views: 3

Posted: 14.05.2025

Expiry Date: 28.06.2025

Job Description:

Description: The Francis Crick Institute is Europe's largest biomedical research institute. We are seeking a Principal Laboratory Research Scientist in the Human Biology Facility to lead and support research in pluripotent stem cell reprogramming, differentiation, and gene editing. The role involves managing projects, developing methodologies, supporting research groups, and training staff.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting and delivering scientific projects related to reprogramming and gene editing
• Establishing new laboratory methodologies
• Developing research directions and collaborations
• Supporting grant writing and publications
• Providing technical support and training in stem cell culture and gene editing

About you…

You should have:

• A degree in a biological subject with substantial postgraduate experience in pluripotent stem cell research
• PHD or equivalent experience
• Extensive wet lab experience in pluripotent cell culture and reprogramming
• A proven track record of scientific publication
• Excellent communication, organizational, and prioritization skills
• A proactive, self-motivated approach

About working at the Crick…

We value diversity and inclusion, fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We offer extensive benefits including visa support, generous leave, pension schemes, health and well-being services, work-life balance initiatives, and development opportunities.