Research Technician

About the role

We are seeking a Research Technician to play a key role in a new gut hormone receptor drug discovery programme. Gut hormones regulate many metabolic processes, and there is great interest in exploiting their effects therapeutically.

What you would be doing

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 the in vivo and in vitro testing of new gut hormone analogues designed by the group.

What we are looking for

You will need to have a degree with a strong focus on G protein-coupled receptor pharmacology/biology and experience of in vivo pharmacology work in a related area.  Below are a few of the essential skills and knowledge required but the full person specifications are on the job description.

• Knowledge of current therapeutic approaches to obesity and type 2 diabetes
• Ability to prioritise a varied workload and work under pressure to meet deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy
• Ability to follow protocols and learn new techniques in a concise and skilled manner
• Willingness to work as part of a team and to be open-minded and cooperative
• Flexible attitude towards work

What we can offer you

• The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to use science for humanity.
• Benefit from a sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 41 days’ annual leave and generous pension schemes).
• Access to a range of workplace benefits including a flexible working policy from day one, generous family leave packages, on-site leisure facilities and 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 to support your personal and professional wellbeing.

Further information

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

Available documents

Attached documents are available under links. 

• download: Job Description Research Technician MED05502.pdf
• download: Employee Benefits Booklet.pdf

Please note that job descriptions are not exhaustive, and you may be asked to take on additional duties that align with the key responsibilities mentioned above.

We reserve the right to close the advert prior to the closing date stated should we receive a high volume of applications. It is therefore advisable that you submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

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