Research Technician in Cancer Biology

University of South Hampton; Hedge End; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research university in the UK is seeking a motivated Research Technician for its School of Cancer Sciences. The role involves supporting innovative drug discovery projects against various aggressive cancers and provides comprehensive training in essential biological techniques. Ideal candidates should have a relevant degree and a keen interest in collaborating within a dynamic research environment.

Benefits

Hands-on expert training in research techniques

Potential for promotion to full-time position

Qualifications

• Strong interest in cancer biology and drug discovery.
• Experience with apoptosis assays and viability assays is desirable.
• Prepared to conduct animal experiments and obtain home office license.

Responsibilities

• Support research focused on drug discovery and cancer testing.
• Use techniques like flow cytometry, western blotting, and immuno-fluorescence.
• Develop cell line models for the research.

Skills

Organisational skills

Cell culture

Molecular biology techniques

Equipe working

Supervising students

Education

Undergraduate and/or graduate degree in Genetics, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated Research Technician to join the research group of Dr Emre Sayan in School of Cancer Sciences, University of Southampton. This exciting role will support research focused on drug discovery and testing to kill metastatic liver, pancreatic and neuroendocrine cancers.

The appointed scientist will be using common and cutting-edge techniques. The main focus of the project will be on testing the activity of new small molecules in established cancer cell lines and animals. Flow cytometry, western blotting, and immuno-fluorescence will be mainly used in addition to a variety of necessary molecular biology, biochemistry and cell biology techniques. As part of the team, you will also help developing single gene inducible (e.g. ZEB1 induced EMT) or stable-inducible gene knock-down cell line models.

You will receive hands-on expert training in all techniques that will be used in this project. The position offers a solid foundation for candidates considering transition to industry and supports active scientific development. The appointed scientist is expected to obtain home office personal license in the first 6 months of appointment.

This role is offered on a 80% full-time basis and is fixed-term till Dec 31 st 2026 in the first instance, with possibility of extension and promotion to full time.

About you

You will hold an undergraduate and/or graduate degree in Genetics, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related field, with a genuine interest in cancer biology and drug discovery. You will have strong organisational skills, and the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively in a team setting. You should enjoy supervising undergraduate and MSc. students.

You should be enthusiastic, curious, and self-motivated, with a willingness to learn and apply new methodologies. Experience with apoptosis assays, viability assays, cell culture and molecular biology techniques is desirable. The job holder is required to do animal experiments and will be trained accordingly to obtain a home office license.

Apply by 11.59 pm GMT on the closing date. For assistance contact Recruitment on [phone] or [e-mail] quoting the job number.