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Research Assistant, London Borough of Tower Hamlets
Client: Queen Mary University of London
Location: London Borough of Tower Hamlets, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference:
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Job Views:
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Posted:
02.06.2025
Expiry Date:
17.07.2025
Job Description:
About the Role
We are seeking an outstanding and highly motivated Research Assistant to contribute to an ongoing MRC-funded research project involving ES cell culture and CRISPR screening. The successful candidate will plan and carry out experimental work, compile data, and devise strategies for further development of the project. Tasks will include performing CRISPR mediated knockout and knockdown validations, CUT&Tag/CUT&Run, RNAseq (training will be provided where needed), lentiviral transduction, FACS sorting, DNA isolation, and PCR.
About You
Applicants should have a BSc in a relevant bioscience field, be motivated, self-driven, and willing to learn new skills. Hands-on experience with molecular biology techniques and mammalian cell culture is essential. Technical expertise and statistical analysis skills in cell and molecular biology would be a significant advantage. A demonstrated ability to communicate well, work within a team, deliver projects within an agreed time frame, and maintain good laboratory records are also beneficial. We are keen to support the successful candidate in any technical areas in which they do not have prior knowledge.
About the Institute
The Blizard Institute was established in 2003 and is one of six Institutes within the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, QMUL. The Institute comprises approximately 360 staff based in four academic Centres and one Public Engagement Centre, supporting around 700 postgraduate research and taught students. The Institute aims to deliver excellence in research, teaching, and clinical service.
About Queen Mary
At Queen Mary University of London, we believe diversity of ideas helps us achieve the previously unthinkable. We’ve fostered social justice and improved lives through academic excellence. We continue to embrace diversity of thought and opinion, believing that when views collide, disciplines interact, and perspectives intersect, truly original thought takes form.
Benefits
We offer competitive salaries, a generous pension scheme, 30 days’ leave per year (pro-rata for part-time/fixed-term), a season ticket loan scheme, and access to personal and professional development opportunities. We also promote work-life balance and inclusive employment policies, campus facilities, and flexible working arrangements.
The position is based at the Whitechapel Campus in London. It is a full-time, fixed-term post for 6 months, starting in July 2024. The salary is £36,572 per annum, inclusive of London Allowance, on the Junior Research Training Zone, Grade 4.
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