About the role
We are looking for a talented and enthusiastic Research Technician to join the Cell Communication Lab () at the UCL Cancer Institute. The successful applicant will aid the maintenance and development of single-cell technologies to study cell signalling in patient-derived organoid (PDO) models of colorectal cancer (CRC). These will include the development and maintiance of our custom mass cytometry platforms (including developing metal-antibody panels and custom barcodes).
Experience in wet lab single-cell technologies and antibody biochemistry will be highly advantageous. Familiarity with flow or mass cytometry, click-chemistry, robotic liquid handling, and protein modification biochemistry will also be beneficial.
The primary supervisor will be Prof. Chris Tape, team leader of the Cell Communication laboratory at UCL Cancer Institute (
About you
Successful candidates must have BMSc/MRes or be studying for a MSc/MRes in the relevant field and experience with single-cell technologies (mass cytometry, flow cytometry, scRNA-seq).
Willingness and ability to work as part of a team and to work flexibly in order to achieve project demands is essential, as it the ability to react effectively to requests from the line manger.
Background in cancer and immunology, experience with 3D organoid culture and experience with ordering and finance management are desirable but not essential.
What we offer
As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents we also offer some great benefits some of which are below:
1. 41 Days holiday (including 27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days)
2. Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE)
3. Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
4. On-Site nursery
5. On-site gym
6. Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
7. Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service
8. Discounted medical insurance
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