Research Assistant

About the Role

The Brain Tumour Research Centre of Excellence is seeking an outstanding and highly motivated Research Assistant to join the laboratory of Silvia Marino to study epigenetic dysregulation in brain tumours and how it can be leveraged to develop new therapeutic approaches for these patients. The successful candidate will provide experimental support for different research projects as well as conduct their own studies. Tasks include deriving, characterising and maintaining  primary brain tumour cultures, cellular reprogramming of normal adult cells to iPSC, preparation of samples for transcriptional and epigenetic profiling.

About You

Applicants should have an MSc (or PhD) in biochemistry or molecular biology or related fields, be motivated, self-driven and able to work in a diverse group including experimental and computational researchers. Hands on experience with basic techniques in molecular and cell biology is essential. Expertise in experimental and data analysis workflows of transcriptomic and epigenetic profiling and generation of genetically engineered cell lines is an advantage. A demonstrated ability to communicate well, work within a team, deliver projects within an agreed time frame, and maintain good laboratory records are also essential. We are keen to support the successful candidate in any technical areas in which they do not have prior knowledge.

About the School/Department/Institute/Project

The Blizard Institute was established in 2003 and is one of six Institutes within the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, QMUL. The Institute comprises approximately 350 staff based in four academic Centres and one Public Engagement Centre, and supports a combined total of c750 postgraduate research and taught students. The Institute aims to deliver excellence in all aspects of research, teaching and clinical service.

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 and flexible working arrangements.

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.

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