Research Technician

Economicsnetwork; London; On-site; GBP 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A research technician position is available at a leading university in London, focusing on the molecular characterisation of cancer cell lines. The role offers opportunities for independent projects and collaboration within a dynamic research environment. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and experience in cellular and molecular biology techniques. The position is funded for 1.5 years and includes competitive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive Salaries

Generous Pension Scheme

30 Days Leave

Flexible Working Arrangements

Qualifications

• Experience with cellular and molecular biology techniques.
• Ability to plan experiments independently.
• Proactive and self-motivated attitude.

Responsibilities

• Molecular characterisation and perturbation of human cancer cell lines.
• Train lab colleagues and support their experimental work.
• Explore independent projects if desired.

Skills

Cellular Biology

Molecular Biology

Experimental Planning

Team Support

Education

BSc/BA Degree

MSc

Tools

CRISPR

Job description

About the Role

Applications are invited for a research technician position in the laboratory of Dr Elena Torlai Triglia in the School of Biological and Behavioural Sciences (SBBS) at QMUL. Our research goal is to causally connect DNA alterations with molecular and cell phenotypes during disease development to identify actionable targets for personalised therapies, through combination of interdisciplinary tools. Visit the lab website to find out more about the research interests, publications and collaborations: https://ettlab.science

This Research Technician role is funded for 1.5 years by the Academy of Medical Sciences via a Springboard Award. Your main responsibilities will include the molecular characterisation and perturbation of human cancer cell lines. You will train lab colleagues and students and support their experimental work. If desired and possible, there could be freedom to explore independent projects.

About You

You should have a relevant BSc/BA degree (MSc desirable), experience with cellular and molecular biology techniques (e.g. mouse/ human cell culture, drug response assays, cloning, CRISPR editing, ..) and an interest in understanding cancer development and progression at the molecular level. You should be able to plan experiments independently, follow research protocols, and maintain good records. You should be well-organised and have a proactive, self-motivated attitude. Moreover, you should be keen to support other team members.

The ETT lab is based at the Blizard Institute, and part of a collaborative hub of researchers. We are affiliated with the Centre for Molecular Cell Biology and the Centre for Evolutionary and Functional Genomics within SBBS. We are core members of the cross-faculty QMUL Centre for Epigenetics. Moreover, we are associated with the Centre for Cell Biology and Cutaneous Research, and with the Digital Environment Research Institute. You will be part of a collaborative team of researchers and students and will be able to develop new skills and mentor others.

About the School/Department/Institute/Project

The School of Biological & Behavioural Sciences is one of the largest Schools within Queen Mary University of London and is committed to excellence in research and teaching. The Department offers a lively and stimulating environment for staff and students, well integrated into the School.

About Queen Mary

At Queen Mary University of London, we believe that a diversity of ideas helps us achieve the previously unthinkable.

Throughout our history, we’ve fostered social justice and improved lives through academic excellence. And we continue to live and breathe this spirit today, not because it’s simply ‘the right thing to do’ but for what it helps us achieve and the intellectual brilliance it delivers.

We continue to embrace diversity of thought and opinion in everything we do, in the belief that when views collide, disciplines interact, and perspectives intersect, truly original thought takes form.

Benefits

We offer competitive salaries, access to a generous pension scheme, 30 days’ leave per annum (pro-rata for part-time/fixed-term), a season ticket loan scheme and access to a comprehensive range of personal and professional development opportunities. In addition, we offer a range of work life balance and family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, and campus facilities.

Queen Mary’s commitment to our diverse and inclusive community is embedded in our appointments processes. Reasonable adjustments will be made at each stage of the recruitment process for any candidate with a disability. We are open to considering applications from candidates wishing to work flexibly.

£32,804 per annum