Higher Scientific Officer - Experimental & Translational Theranostic
Under the guidance of Dr Kathy Chan, we are seeking to recruit a talented and motivated Higher Scientific Officer to join the Experimental and Translational Theranostic Group at the Centre for Cancer Imaging, Sutton. The research focuses on the development of next-generation radiotheranostics – whole-body radionuclide-based imaging and therapeutic tools for cancer detection and treatment, and exploring biological effects of radionuclide therapy to identify druggable targets and help develop novel therapeutic strategies to fight cancer. This position will provide excellent opportunities to interact within a multidisciplinary environment of staff within imaging, radiotherapy, drug development and molecular pathology, and explore new avenues of research.
Key Information
Salary: A commencing salary is subject to comparables, skills and experience.
Reporting to: Dr Kathy Chan
Duration of Contract: Fixed Term for 2 years initially, with the possibility of renewal.
Hours per week: 35 hours per week (Full Time)
Location: Sutton
Closing Date: 31 October 2025
We are seeking a talented and motivated Higher Scientific Officer to join the Experimental and Translational Theranostic Group at the Centre for Cancer Imaging, Sutton. The research focuses on the development of next-generation radiotheranostics – whole-body radionuclide-based imaging and therapeutic tools for cancer detection and treatment, and to explore biological effects of radionuclide therapy to identify druggable targets and help develop novel therapeutic strategies to fight cancer. This position will provide opportunities to interact within a multidisciplinary environment of staff within imaging, radiotherapy, drug development and molecular pathology, and to explore new avenues of research.
About you
The successful candidate must have a PhD in cancer biology, molecular biology, radiochemistry, medicinal chemistry or a related discipline. A background in in vitro and in vivo radiobiology is essential. Experience in immuno-oncology is desirable.
Department/ Directorate Information
The candidate will work in the Experimental and Translational Theranostic Group within the ICR Division of Radiotherapy and Imaging, which provides an integrated environment for multi-modality pre-clinical imaging, co-locating 7T and 1T MRI systems, a PET/SPECT/CT system, multispectral optoacoustic and ultrasound imaging platforms, bioluminescence imaging systems and micro-CT.
What we offer
* A dynamic and supportive research environment
* Access to state-of-the-art facilities and professional development opportunities
* Collaboration with leading researchers in the field
* Competitive salary and pension
We encourage all applicants to access the job pack attached for more detailed information regarding this role. For an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Dr Kathy Chan via email at kathy.chan@icr.ac.uk.
About The Institute of Cancer Research
Why work for us?
As a member of staff, you’ll have exclusive access to a range of staff benefits.
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The Institute of Cancer Research, London, is one of the world’s most influential cancer research institutes, with an outstanding record of achievement dating back more than 100 years. Further information about working at the ICR can be found here.
We look forward to receiving applications from all candidates, wherever in the world they are currently based. We will select those who display the potential to become, or to support, the world-leading cancer researchers of the future based on their application and performance at interview. We particularly welcome British applicants from Black and ethnic minority backgrounds, as they are under-represented within the ICR and nationwide in STEM roles.
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