Research Associate in Cancer Biology

Location: Hammersmith and White City Campuses, W12

Contract type: Full time, fixed term for 24 months

About the role:

We are seeking for a motivated and experienced Cancer Biologist or Scientist to join our team to develop novel treatments and translate discovery research into practical applications for diagnosing and treating cancer.

This position is funded by the NIHR Imperial Biomedical Research Centre (BRC) within the Biomedical Engineering Theme, co-led by Professor Anthony MJ Bull and Professor George Hanna.

The successful candidate will be involved in a diverse range of translational research projects within the Theme, including biomarker discovery, non-invasive diagnostic devices, and the explant-in-chip technology for personalised drug treatment.

Reporting to Professor George Hanna, Head of Department of Surgery and Cancer at Imperial College London, the successful candidate will work closely with a multidisciplinary colleague from the BRC Biomedical Engineering Theme, BRC Surgery & Cancer Theme, Cancer Research UK Convergence Science Centre, NIHR HealthTech Research Centre (HRC) In-Vitro Diagnostics, Patient Experience Research Centre, Imperial Clinical Trials Unit and beyond.

A PhD in a relevant field, excellent problem-solving skills, a robust work ethic, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively are essential for this role.

What you would be doing:

• Study all stages of cancer mechanisms and treatment resistance.
• Contribute to the development of new therapeutic strategies.
• Develop preclinical models and test new mechanism-based drugs and treatments on cells, tissues, and organoids.
• Manage multiple collaborative projects simultaneously, as assigned by the Theme.
• Contribute to the design and execution of early clinical trials.
• Publish findings in peer-reviewed journals.

What we are looking for:

• PhD in biology, biochemistry, pharmacology, Immunology or an equivalent field.
• Hands-on experience in cancer research.
• Practical experience in cell and tissue culture.
• Experience in multidisciplinary projects.
• Project management skills, with the ability to organise own work with minimal supervision and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.

What we can offer you:

• A unique translational research environment within a collaborative and dynamic team across the Faculty of Engineering, Faculty of Medicine, and the Imperial NHS Trust.
• The opportunity to develop your career at a globally recognised institution, ranked No.1 in Europe and No.2 in the world, while contributing to our mission of advancing science for humanity.
• A competitive salary and remuneration package, including 39 days of paid leave a year and generous pension schemes.
• Be part of a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources designed to support your personal and professional wellbeing.

Further Information

This is a full time, fixed term for 24 months with the potential for extension and is available for immediate start based at Hammersmith (East Acton) and White City Campus.

*Candidates who have not yet been officially awarded their PhD will be appointed as a Research Assistant within the salary range £41,694 - £44,888 per annum.

For further information regarding the role, please contact:

Professor George Hanna at pa.georgehanna@imperial.ac.uk or

Dr Bohwon Kim at b.kim@imperial.ac.uk

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