Research Technician

About the role

Applications are invited for Research Technician. This is a key role in Cutting-Edge Diabetes and Obesity Research Project.  The successful applicant will join a thriving and world-leading group engaged in making and applying scientific discoveries in the gut hormone field with the ultimate aim of improving human health. You will play a key role in conducting the in vivo and in vitro testing of new gut hormone analogues designed by the group.

We are seeking a dynamic individual with expertise in pharmacology and clinical research to join our team. Our studies focus on exploring innovative treatments for diabetes and obesity.

What you would be doing

The post holder’s work will focus on the development of new gut hormone-derived peptide agonists for the treatment of disease. Gut hormones regulate a large number of important metabolic processes, and there is great interest in exploiting their effects therapeutically. The blockbuster anti-obesity agent semaglutide, based on modifications of the gut hormone glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1), exemplifies this approach.  The key responsibilities of the  post holder are to perform and analyse in vivo experiments to test candidate gut hormone analogues designed by the group; perform and analyse in vitro biochemical and imaging-based assays to assess GPCR signalling and trafficking responses; provide guidance and technical support for associated students (PhD, MSc, BSc) and others working in the team as appropriate; contribute to other related projects within the lab and maintain accurate and complete records of all findings.

What we are looking for

• Applicants must have in-depth working knowledge and/or professional experience in the field of Diabetes & Obesity.
• Extensive experience in biological services units with Home Office License in a relevant role medical/academic/research environment and have experience working with CROs and Molecular biology and receptor analysis with a detailed knowledge of the drug discovery pathway.
• Experience working to GPC standards with an understanding of regulations and codes of practice are also essential.

What we can offer you

• This post is a full time, fixed contract for 12 months in the first instance
• This is an opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution
• We will support your career development activities.
• Benefit from sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 39 days off a year and generous pension schemes)
• Get access to a range of workplace benefits including a flexible working policy from day 1, generous family leave packages, on-site leisure facilities and a cycle-to-work scheme
• Interest-free season ticket loan schemes for travel
• Be part of a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources designed to support your personal and professional wellbeing.

Further information

This is a Full Time Fixed Term role based at our Hammersmith Campus. 

If you require any further details on the role please contact: Mr Nima Khandan-nia [n.khandan-nia@imperial.ac.uk].

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