Head of Proteomics
MRC Laboratory of Medical Sciences – Proteomics Facility
Salary: £61,661 - £74,448 plus London allowance £5,385 per annum
London, UK
About us
The MRC Laboratory of Medical Sciences (LMS) is a biomedical research institute where scientists and clinicians collaborate to advance the understanding of biology and its application to medicine. LMS is one of three directly funded MRC research institutes and enjoys close links with our partners at Imperial College London and at the Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust.
About the role
We are seeking an experienced Proteomics Scientist who will be responsible for developing a long-term strategy for providing world-class mass spectrometry-based proteomics capabilities at the LMS.
The post holder will lead a team of scientists in the Proteomics Facility. Using world-class mass spectrometry resources, the post-holder will work collaboratively with research groups throughout the LMS to support their studies. In addition, the post-holder will be responsible for maintaining and developing cutting-edge techniques and approaches required to carry out proteomics-based research within the Institute, providing a high-quality service to all users including appropriate support and training.
About You
You will need a PhD and be able to demonstrate extensive direct practical experience in proteomics research, with a strong track record of publications and presentations at meetings. Extensive experience in biological mass spectrometry including significant practical involvement in proteomics is essential, as well as proven ability in proteomics-based mass spectrometry, developing methodology, and applying the technique to cutting-edge biological problems.
What we offer
As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer defined benefit pension scheme and excellent holiday entitlement (30 days plus 2.5 privilege days & 8 bank holidays), family friendly policies (6 months full pay maternity & adoption leave), a range of shopping/travel discounts, access to our Employee Assistant Programme Scheme, Health and Wellbeing Support and a salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme. Please follow this link to find out more - Benefits
How to apply
For full details of this post and to complete an online application please click on the 'Apply' button above and upload your CV, names and contacts of two scientific references along with a cover letter stating why you are applying for this role (providing evidence against the requirements of the job as per the job description and person specification). Please quote reference number LMS 2637.
Applications which do not provide a cover letter will not be considered.
Closing date: 6 July 2025
This role qualifies for endorsement by UKRI for a UK Global Talent Visa, for which the successful applicant is likely to be eligible to apply. We will also reimburse the cost of visa application (terms and conditions apply).
The final appointment will be subject to pre-employment screening
Please note that applications may be reviewed by both LMS and Imperial staff
| Location: | London |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £61,661 to £74,448 plus London allowance £5,385 per annum |
| Hours: | Full Time |
| Contract Type: | Permanent |
| Placed On: | 12th June 2025 |
| Closes: | 6th July 2025 |
| Job Ref: | LMS 2637 |
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