Research Assistant

ANTHONY NOLAN; Hampstead; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Childcare vouchers

Employee Assistance Programme

Life Assurance

Travel season ticket loan

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

Anthony Nolan is seeking a Research Assistant to join the Immunotherapy team at the Hampstead Research Institute in London. You will support translational projects in cell therapy and stem cell transplantation, demonstrating strong mammalian cell culture and molecular biology skills.

The role requires a BSc and practical lab experience; you will work on multiple projects, maintain equipment, and communicate progress in a collaborative, fast-paced team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Biological Sciences or related field with at least a 2:2.
• 6–12 months of practical laboratory experience with competency in mammalian cell culture and at least one molecular biology technique.
• Ability to contribute to multiple projects simultaneously and work autonomously and collaboratively.
• Evidence of keeping accurate experimental records.

Responsibilities

• Assist immunotherapy group research across all projects.
• Provide technical and analytic support to on-going programmes in the immunotherapy group.
• Assist with the maintenance of specialised equipment and the smooth running of the laboratory.
• Plan and organise your work with relatively little input.
• Give regular updates on progress both in oral and written form.

Skills

Mammalian cell culture

Molecular biology techniques

Statistical analysis

Flow cytometry

CRISPR gene editing

Education

BSc in Biological Sciences / related field, 2:2

Tools

Western blot

PCR/qPCR

Magnetic cell separation

Job description

Research Assistant

Join our Immunotherapy group, to work on supporting several translational research projects in areas of cell therapy, improving outcomes for patients undergoing stem cell transplantation.

We are Anthony Nolan. We unite people and science - matching stem cell donors to those in need of transplants and treatments and growing our world-leading stem cell register, so everyone can find the lifesaving match they need.

Thanks to Shirley and Anthony Nolan, our register of almost a million potential donors, our cell and gene therapy research and our expertise in stem cell transplants, we currently help four patients a day in need of a transplant, giving more people another chance to live.

Driven by patients, backed by stem cell donors, and powered by science, we won’t stop until we’ve unlocked the cures, treatments and transplants that will transform the future for more patients. And together, we can reach the remarkable day where every patient who needs us can not only survive, but thrive.

If you're inspired by this vision, and feel you have the skills and experience we need to help achieve it, we'd love you to join our lifesaving team.

We are looking for a Research Assistant to join our Immunotherapy team.

Title: Research Assistant

Salary: £34,800 - £35,906 per annum

Contract: Permanent

Hours: 35 per week (standard Anthony Nolan working hours)

Location:Full-time onsite, Anthony Nolan Research Institute, Hampstead, London

We are seeking a highly motivated, productive and organised research assistant to support existing research projects in the Immunotherapy group. Evidence of competencies in mammalian cell culture and either molecular or cell biology techniques is essential. Experience with statistical analysis software, flow cytometry or CRISPR gene editing would be advantageous. Above all we value scientific integrity, a willingness to learn, a positive attitude, attention to detail and the ability to integrate effectively in a highly driven team of scientists.

Key Responsibilities

These include but are not limited to:

• Assist with immunotherapy group research across all projects
• Provide technical and analytic support to advance on-going programmes in the immunotherapy group
• Assist with the maintenance of specialised equipment and the smooth running of the laboratory
• Plan and organise your work with relatively little input
• Give regular updates on progress both in oral and written form

Essential Attributes

• Must hold a BSc in Biological Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Immunology, Biotechnology, or a related field with at least a 2:2, or equivalent.
• Must have at least 6 to 12 months of practical laboratory experience, with evidence of competency in mammalian cell culture and at least one relevant molecular biology techniques. (Examples of relevant techniques include but are not limited to, magnetic cell separation, primary cell culture, western blot, flow cytometry, PCR/qPCR)
• Ability to contribute to multiple projects simultaneously within the team
• Evidence of both autonomous and collaborative working
• Evidence of keeping accurate experimental records

What’s in it for you?

• A competitive salary
• 27 days annual leave, pension scheme, childcare vouchers, access to counselling via a 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme
• A stimulating work environment full of opportunities to learn and develop
• Life Assurance of four times annual salary
• Travel season ticket loan, Cycle to work Scheme
• And more! (further details on our Life at Anthony Nolan page)

Anthony Nolan is a Disability Confident Committed and Living Wage accredited employer.

All applicants must be able to demonstrate the right to work in the UK.

Department: Research

Role: Immunotherapy

Location: Anthony Nolan Research Institute

Salary: £34,800 - £35,906/year

Contract hours: Full time

Employment type: Permanent

Closing date: 14 October, 2026

Anthony Nolan Research Institute

So how can you tell if you're Anthony Nolan too?

• You're passionateand dedicated to your work
• You're innovativeand looking for a challenge
• You want to improveand learn every day
• You're accountablefor your work and take pride in what you do
• You're people and patient focused - you want to make a difference to people’s lives

These five values are what drive and motivate usacross all of our divisions. From lab research and tissue typing, to finance, HR and legal, from patient support and logistics, to fundraising, marketingand communications… everyone has a critical role to play in our lifesaving work.

About Anthony Nolan

Anthony Nolan is the charity that makes lifesaving connections between patients in need and incredible strangers ready to donate their stem cells. Find out more about what we do here.