Research Assistant in Organoid Culturing

About the role

We are looking for a research assistant to support the research in the Imperial BRC Organoid Facility. The position will allow you to characterise organoid lines in the Facility’s Biobank and to establish and deliver effective protocols and assays for analysing intestinal organoid lines acquired from patients with digestive diseases, including inflammatory bowel disease.

What you would be doing

You will contribute to sample preparation, cell isolation procedures, organoid culturing and other general lab duties. Your work will mainly focus on the morphological and biological characterisation of the Imperial Organoid Biobank. You will also assist with the writing of reports to research sponsors, with presenting findings to colleagues, and assisting with the publication of findings.

What we are looking for

Given the medical research focus and sample collection aspect of the post, we are looking for someone who has a medical degree as well as education and experience in cell biology or related fields, including regenerative medicine. Demonstrated experience in laboratory assays (Western blot, ELISA), intestinal sample collection and working with iPSC cell culturing is also essential.

What we can offer you

• The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to continue science for humanity.
• Grow your career: gain access to Imperial’s sector-leading dedicated career support for researchers as well as opportunities for promotion and progression.
• Sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 39 days off a year and generous pension schemes).
• 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 (35 hours per week), based at our Hammersmith Campus. 

If you require any further details about the role, please contact: Dr Diana Papp, Research Manager of the Imperial Organoid Facility. Email: d.papp@imperial.ac.uk 

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