Research Technician - Myeloma Immunotherapy Group

UCL Eastman Dental Institute

London

2 months ago

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About the role

This job has two main components: To process patient samples related to ongoing clinical trials to perform research related to myeloma CAR trial program Thus as outlined in person spec, this candidate must possess skills that allow efficient process sampling, meticulous note taking while also a scientific curiosity and aptitude for investigative work.

The candidate will have the ability to work in this exciting area of cancer immunotherapy in one of the country’s pre-eminent units in the field, and be trained in a wide range of in vitro and in vivo laboratory techniques subject to interest and aptitude.

This role will involve working across the myeloma and immunotherapy labs in UCL to support the above project.

Applications should include a CV and a Cover Letter: In the Cover Letter please evidence the essential and desirable criteria in the Person Specification part of the Job Description. (By including a Cover Letter, you can leave blank the 'Why you have applied for this role' field in the application form, which is limited in the number of characters it will allow.)

The post is funded for 24 months in the first instance.

About you

Successful candidates must have a BSc in biomedical sciences or a related subject, some experience in laboratory methods in molecular biology and cell biology and excellent written and oral communication skills. Good organizational skills, and ability to multi-task are essential.

Higher research training, experience, or relevant degree ( MSc or equivalent) with laboratory experience 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:

41 Days holiday (including 27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days) Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE)Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loanOn-Site nurseryOn-site gym Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption payEmployee assistance programmeStaff Support Service Discounted medical insurance

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