Role Overview
Research Associate position in the investigation of safety and toxicity of advanced therapies (iSTAT) programme aiming to develop 3D organoid‑based tumourigenicity assays for human pluripotent stem cells.
Responsibilities
* Conduct high-level personal research in the remit of cell therapy safety.
* Identify and design novel research objectives and implement experimental programmes.
* Publish findings in high‑quality journals and present at conferences.
* Manage time, materials, finance and equipment efficiently.
* Support PI with research proposals and funding applications.
* Supervise undergraduate, postgraduate and PhD students and oversee their work.
* Participate in consortium meetings and collaborate with Roche’s Institute of Human Biology.
* Implement enrolled ethical decisions and integrate sustainability strategies.
* Carry out other duties as required for the grade.
Person Specification
* PhD (or almost complete) in stem cell biology, developmental biology, bioengineering or related field.
* Expertise in culture and differentiation of human pluripotent stem cells or 3D/organoid models.
* Proficiency in qPCR and immunostaining/imaging techniques.
* Experience in flow cytometry.
* Desirable: multi‑omics approaches such as single‑cell RNA‑seq, ATAC‑seq or metabolomics.
* Excellent communication, report writing and presentation skills.
* Strong record‑keeping, data management and IT competence.
* Problem‑solving skills and ability to analyse long‑term implications.
* Capacity to organise resources and plan work activities, keeping up‑to‑date with current projects.
* Flexibility to adapt to experimental demands and equipment availability.
Benefits and Working Conditions
* Annual leave: minimum 41 days including bank holidays (pro rata) with purchase option.
* Flexible working opportunities including hybrid options.
* Generous pension scheme.
* Wide range of discounts and rewards on shopping, eating out and travel.
* Staff networks and peer support (Race Equality, LGBT+, Women’s, Parent’s).
* Recognition awards and family‑friendly policies (parenting leave, menopause support, fertility treatment support).
Job Information
* Salary: £38,784 – £42,254 per annum.
* Grade: 7.
* Work arrangement: Full‑time (100% FTE).
* Duration: Fixed‑term 36 months, available immediately.
* Line manager: Professor of Stem Cell Biology.
* Closing date: 12 June 2026.
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