Laboratory Research Scientist - Nuclear Imaging

Salary: From £37,735 with benefits, subject to skills and experience

About us

The Francis Crick Institute is Europe’s largest biomedical research institute under one roof. Our world-class scientists and staff collaborate on vital research to help prevent, diagnose and treat illnesses such as cancer, heart disease, infectious diseases and neurodegenerative conditions.  

The Crick is a place for collaboration, innovation and exploration across many disciplines. A space where the brightest minds can pursue big and bold ideas and discover answers to crucial scientific questions. We support them in a dynamic environment which fosters excellence with state-of-the-art infrastructure, cutting-edge facilities, and a creative and curious culture. We’ve removed traditional boundaries of departments, divisions and disciplines and instead have an open approach that supports every researcher. This gives us the freedom to take risks and carry out high-quality, pioneering research. Creating a space for discovery without boundaries helps us to turn our science into benefits for human health and the economy.

About the role

We are looking for a Laboratory Research Scientist (LRS) to join the In Vivo Imaging team and play a vital role in supporting cutting-edge scientific research by ensuring the effective operation, maintenance of the nuclear imaging suite. Working closely with Crick scientists, external collaborators and BRF staff, you will perform PET and SPECT imaging and biodistribution studies, provide specialist technical and experimental support, and contribute to the refinement and troubleshooting of imaging equipment and methodologies. The role encompasses the day-to-day management of the facility, including equipment calibration and maintenance, laboratory organisation, database management and procurement of supplies, alongside supporting data analysis and reporting. You will also develop and maintain risk assessments and standard operating procedures (SOPs), promote safe working practices, and train and supervise colleagues in key techniques, protocols and equipment use. Working collaboratively with BRF operations staff and the wider scientific community, you will contribute to a supportive, innovative research environment through participation in group meetings, journal clubs, seminars and scientific discussions.

What you will be doing

The key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• To perform in vivo and ex vivo imaging studies for Crick scientists and external collaborators using nuclear imaging technologies PET and SPECT
• Perform biodistribution studies with radio-labelled compounds
• Perform in-vivo irradiations using a SARRP irradiator
• Maintain and calibrate the PET-MRI and SPECT-CT scanners, HIDEX gamma counter, and SARRP irradiator including organising servicing

About you

The post holder should have a BSc or equivalent experience in biomedical sciences, medical biology, veterinary medicine or related field. Additionally, they should embody and demonstrate our core Crick values: Bold; Open; Collegial.

Essential

• Extensive experience in working with small animal models in a research setting
• Proven track record in pre-clinical nuclear imaging
• Experience in the use and maintenance of experimental pre-clinical nuclear imaging scanners (Mediso PET and SPECT)
• Experience in handling radioactive open sources
• Experience working in multidisciplinary research environments
• Ability to design imaging protocols tailored to specific research objectives
• Ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external partners
• Ability to plan own work activities independently

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