Research Technician

Imperial College London; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

39 days annual leave

Generous pension

Flexible working policy

Cycle-to-work scheme

Season ticket loan

Job summary

Imperial College London in London is seeking an experienced Research Technician to join Prof Rakesh Heer's lab at Hammersmith Hospital. You will contribute to the TRANSFORM Discovery and National Prostate Cancer Bio-Digital Twin study, handling tissue and blood samples and supporting data capture and analysis.

Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will apply cell and molecular biology techniques, maintain strict quality control, and communicate effectively with colleagues to drive

Qualifications

• Experience handling human tissue and biospecimens (blood, urine, tissue).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Basic knowledge of cell and molecular biology and histopathology techniques.

Responsibilities

• Collect, process, store and dispatch tissue and blood samples.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team of technicians, researchers and clinicians.
• Contribute to data collection/analysis and biospecimen handling in TRANSFORM study.

Skills

Tissue handling

Molecular biology

Histopathology

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology or related field

Tools

Histology equipment

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Research Technician to join Prof Rakesh Heer's lab in Imperial College London, Hammersmith Hospital. This role is funded by Prostate Cancer UK (PCUK).

The TRANSFORM Discovery and National Prostate Cancer Bio-Digital Twin is part of the national prostate screening study TRANSFORM, funded by PCUK and NIHR. We will capture digital data & undertake biospecimen capture from the TRANSFORM trial for (i) biomarker testing at scale and pace, (ii) translational & discovery science and (iii) the simulation of in silico trials to inform clinical care. The study plans to recruit up to 300,000 men and to capture associated digital and biological measures that will support cutting edge studies that will transform outcomes for men with prostate cancer across the world. The post-holder will directly contribute to the collection, processing, storage and dispatch of tissue and blood samples. Through collaboration with commercial and academic partners, this will generate new studies spanning discovery, translational and clinical biology towards the development of new treatments, diagnostics and technologies, that benefit patients and communities affected by prostate cancer across the UK and internationally

You will be working as part of a multi-disciplinary team of technicians, clinical trial staff, researchers and clinicians that will contribute to the collection, processing, storage and analysis of digital data. The post involves a high degree of teamwork and interdisciplinary research as well as daily interactions with other members of the lab, other allied scientists within Imperial College and elsewhere, as appropriate.

Experience in handling human tissue (including blood, urine, saliva, stool swabs & tissue from surgery). You must have excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as basic knowledge of cell and molecular biology, and histopathology techniques. You must also be able to develop and apply new concepts, work with minimal supervision and have a creative approach to problem-solving. The ideal candidate will have the passion and drive to tackle and overcome scientific problems and have superb organisational skills. Flexibility to adapt to a variable work schedule is essential.

• The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to use science for humanity.
• Benefit from a sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 39 days' annual leave and generous pension schemes).
• Access to a range of workplace benefits including a flexible working policy from day one, generous family leave packages, on-site leisure facilities and cycle-to-work scheme.
• Interest-free season ticket loan schemes for travel.
• Be part of a diverse, inclusive and collaborative work culture with various and resources to support your personal and professional .