Research Technician

The UCL Cancer Institute is the hub for cancer research at University College London (UCL), one of the world's leading universities (www.ucl.ac.uk/cancer).

The Research Technician will be part of the Molecular Biology of Cancer Laboratory (https://www.ucl.ac.uk/cancer/research/department-cancer-biology/molecular-biology-cancer-research-group) at the UCL Cancer Institute led by Dr Ivana Bjedov. The Bjedov laboratory is interested in two tightly interconnected biological processes: ageing and cancer (Martinez-Miguel, V. et al. 2021 PMID 34525330; Stead E. R. et al. 2021 PMID 34102225; Bjedov I et al. 2020 PMID 33253201; Castillo-Quan J. I. et al. 2019 PMID 31570569). More precisely, we are interested in leveraging recent developments in the ageing filed to protect normal tissue from the side effects of radiation therapy.

This job presents an exciting opportunity to explore DNA repair and radiation protection from original perspective using novel technology and approaches. It also presents an exciting collaborative opportunity to learn from leaders in those fields.

The post is available from November 2024 at grade 6 (salary £35,630 - £41,005) and is funded for 2 years with a possibility of extension.

A full job description and person specification for this role can be accessed below. If you have any informal queries about the role, please contact Dr Ivana Bjedov at

The Research Technician will hold a BSc in Molecular Biology or a related field. They must have experience in working in a scientific laboratory and molecular biology, while being proficient in cell culture, organoid work, and microscopy is an advantage. The holder will be expected to help with work related to the subject area of DNA repair, chromatin, radiation and cancer biology, therefore knowledge of these area is an advantage, as is a productive track record. The project will include running experiments, recording, analysing and writing up results, as well as occasionally presenting results at regular laboratory meetings.

The candidate must have a strong interest in biological research and commitment to high-quality research with ability to perform experiments with attention to detail. The successful candidate will have excellent interpersonal skills to facilitate participation in a research group, and communication with other members of the lab.

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https://www.ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/reward-and-benefits.

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