Research Assistant – CBS Project

RFCSR; Welwyn Hatfield; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Royal Veterinary College (RVC) seeks a Research Assistant to support the CBS project in comparative biology and disease studies. You will contribute to experimental design, data collection, and analysis, and help disseminate findings through reports and presentations.

You will work with academic and technical staff, ensuring compliance with standards and gaining hands-on experience in a dynamic lab environment with modern techniques.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant discipline such as biological sciences, veterinary sciences, biomedical research, or related fields.
• Demonstrable experience or interest in laboratory-based research.
• Eligibility to work in the United Kingdom.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to experimental design and conduct in comparative biology and disease studies.
• Collect, manage, and analyze research data accurately.
• Assist in preparing reports, publications and presentations to disseminate findings.
• Collaborate with academic and technical staff ensuring regulatory compliance.

Skills

Laboratory skills

Data analysis

Organizational skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in biology/veterinary/biomedical research

Tools

Laboratory equipment familiarity

Job description

Hawkshead Lane, North Mymms, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

General Description

The Royal Veterinary College (RVC), a leading institution for veterinary and biomedical research, is seeking a Research Assistant to join the CBS project. This role involves supporting high-quality research in comparative biology and disease studies, contributing to experimental design, data collection, and analysis, and assisting with dissemination of findings through reports, publications, and presentations.

The successful candidate will work closely with academic and technical staff within the research group, participating in collaborative research projects and ensuring compliance with institutional and regulatory standards. This position provides an opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in a dynamic research environment with exposure to cutting‑edge laboratory techniques and interdisciplinary research.

Eligibility Criteria

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant discipline such as biological sciences, veterinary sciences, biomedical research, or related fields
• Demonstrable experience or interest in laboratory-based research
• Eligibility to work in the United Kingdom

Required expertise/skills

• Practical laboratory skills and familiarity with standard research techniques
• Ability to manage and analyze research data accurately
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Capacity to work collaboratively in a research team environment

Salary details

£27,025 to £32,958 per annum (pro rata if part‑time), inclusive of London Allowance