Research Technician

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

41 days holiday

Buy additional 5 days leave

CARE pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Season ticket loan

Immigration loan

Job summary

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a motivated Research Technician to support the MATCHMAKERS programme. You will perform laboratory-based research on T-cell receptor interactions with tumour antigens, work with human samples and cell cultures, and contribute to cutting-edge cancer immunotherapy research.

The role requires a BSc in a biological discipline and practical lab experience in mammalian cell culture, aseptic techniques, and flow cytometry.

Qualifications

• BSc in a biological science with practical lab experience.
• Experience with mammalian cell culture, aseptic technique, and human tissue handling.
• Strong immunology knowledge and experience in molecular biology and flow cytometry.
• Excellent organisation, attention to detail, and good communication.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory-based research on TCR and tumour antigen interactions.
• Conduct TCR-antigen screening assays and flow cytometry analyses.
• Maintain accurate records and generate reproducible data.

Skills

Mammalian cell culture

Flow cytometry

Immunology knowledge

Laboratory techniques

Education

BSc in Biology or related

Tools

Flow cytometer

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated Research Technician to support the MATCHMAKERS programme by performing laboratory-based research focused on T-cell receptor (TCR) and tumour antigen interactions. You will work with human samples and cell cultures, conduct TCR-antigen screening assays, support molecular biology workflows, and perform flow cytometry-based analyses. This role offers the opportunity to contribute directly to cutting-edge cancer immunotherapy research while gaining experience with advanced experimental techniques in immunology, genomics, and cellular engineering. You will work closely with researchers and technical staff to generate high-quality, reproducible data and help drive scientific discoveries that could improve cancer treatment. This is a 1year FTC contract.

You will hold a BSc in a relevant biological science discipline and have practical laboratory experience, including mammalian cell culture, aseptic techniques, and handling human tissue samples. You will possess a strong understanding of immunology and cancer immunotherapy, alongside experience in molecular biology and flow cytometry. We are looking for someone who is highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to manage their workload effectively while maintaining accurate records. Strong communication skills, a collaborative approach, and a willingness to learn new techniques are essential. Experience with T-cell reactivity assays and antigen-specific screening approaches would be particularly advantageous.

The UCL Cancer Institute is one of the world's leading cancer research centres, bringing together scientists and clinicians to advance our understanding of cancer and improve patient outcomes. The successful candidate will join the Professor Sergio Quezada Immune Regulation and Tumour Immunotherapy Group, a dynamic team dedicated to understanding anti-tumour immune responses and developing innovative cancer immunotherapies. As part of the international MATCHMAKERS Cancer Grand Challenges programme, the team is working at the forefront of research to understand and predict how T cells recognise cancer-specific antigens, helping to shape the next generation of immunotherapy and AI-driven precision medicine

What we offer As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents we also offer some great benefits some of which are below:

• 41 days' holiday (27 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays, 6 closure days)
• Option to purchase 5 additional days' annual leave
• Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE)
• Cycle to work scheme, season ticket loan, and immigration loan