Research Technician x 2

The appointment will be on UCL Grade 6. The salary range will be £29,802 - £34,867 per Annum, inclusive of London Allowance.

A major focus of Dr. Roddie’s UCL Translation Team at the UCL Cancer Institute is the manipulation of T-cells for therapeutic applications. The main purpose of this position is to assist in projects to develop T-cell therapeutics from induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs).

The post holders main purpose will be working in generation, expansion and maintenance of iPSC cell lines, assisting with lineage-specific differentiation assays. Flow cytometry data analysis. Assistance with lab maintenance including but not limited to stock checking and lab organisation.

The post is full-time and funded for one year in the first instance with the possibility of extension.

The post holder should have an Msc or equivalent experience as well as experience in aseptic cell culture and previous experience working with iPSCs. they will have experience in routine molecular biology and the handling of human samples.

The post holder will have skills in Aseptic technique, Cell cryopreservation and thawing, Nucleic acid extraction, Liquid nitrogen and dry ice handling. the post holder will have excellent record keeping, the ability to accurately follow protocols/ instructions, being able to work both independently and in a team.

Applicants should apply online. To access further details about the position and how to apply please click on the ‘Apply’ button above.

For enquiries regarding the application process please contact Cancer Institute HR Office ci.hr-office@ucl.ac.uk 

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Latest time for the submission of applications: 23:59.

Interview Date: TBC

We particularly welcome applications from black and minority ethnic candidates as they are under-represented within UCL at this level.

 Our department holds an Athena SWAN Silver award, in recognition of our commitment and demonstrable impact in advancing gender equality.

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