Research Assistant

About us

The UCL Cancer Institute is the hub for cancer research at University College London, one of the World's leading universities. The Institute draws together over 300 talented scientists who are working together to translate research discoveries into developing better, more effective treatments to improve outcomes for cancer patients.

About the role

A position for a research assistant is available in the Neurogenesis and Brain Cancer group led by Prof. Simona Parrinello. The main objective of the post will be to develop a human novel model of therapy resistance in glioblastoma, the most common and aggressive form of brain cancer in adults.

The post-holder will develop primary organotypic slice culture models alongside a molecular profiling panel for Cytof analysis. They will also be expected to assist other members of the group in a variety of experimental techniques and to contribute to the organisation and smooth running of the group.

The post starts on October 1st 2024 and is funded until 30th September 2026 in the first instance.

Salary for this position is on grade 6B £37,332 - £39,980 per annum including London Allowance.

About you

Successful candidate must have BSc in a biological or biomedical subject (at least 2:1) or equivalent experience, sufficient breadth or depth of specialist knowledge in the discipline and of research methods and techniques in subject area.

Experience with histological techniques (tissue sectioning, paraffin-embedding, staining, etc.) and microscopy is essential, as is general laboratory experience and standard laboratory techniques, including western blotting, qPCR.

The candidate should have knowledge of maintaining laboratory stocks and carrying general lab duties. They should also have the ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures without deviation.

Home office personal license modules 1-4 is desirable.

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 (including 27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days)
• Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE)
• Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
• On-Site nursery
• On-site gym
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
• Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service
• Discounted medical insurance.

As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer great benefits. Please visit https://www.ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/rewards-and-benefits to find out more.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

London’s Global University, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation, and we want our community to represent the diversity of the world’s talent. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in UCL’s workforce. These include people from Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds; disabled people; LGBTQI+ people; and for our Grade 9 and 10 roles, women. You can read more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion here : https://www.ucl.ac.uk/equality-diversity-inclusion/

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