Research Assistant

Vacancy terms: Full-time, or job share considered, fixed term contract until 28 February 2026

Salary details: Grade 6 - £32,296 to £36,924 per annum, pro rata if part-time

Hours per week: 37.5

About the role

We are seeking a motivated research assistant to join our team at the Leicester Cancer Research Centre (Department of Genetics, Genomics and Cancer Sciences). 

This post offers an exciting opportunity to work within an internationally recognised group involved in basic, clinical and translational cancer research. 

You will assess novel therapeutics in cell lines and primary samples and mechanisms of drug resistance in haematological malignancies. This will involve the use of a range of techniques such as tissue culture, flow cytometry, protein and gene expression analysis (including analysis data from RNAseq and mass spectrometry). 

About you

You will hold a Honours degrees in a relevant discipline and/or will have relevant experience and knowledge of working in a biochemical research laboratory. 

You will have experience in quantitative research methods and data analysis relevant for the research programme.    

You will have good organisational and communication skills, collaborating both with external and internal stakeholders and you will engage in duties and opportunities to support your own professional development. 

Above all, you will demonstrate commitment and enthusiasm to contribute to the overall success of the research programme and to inclusivity, inspiration and impact, embodying the University of Leicester’s values and dedication to transformative research that improves lives. 

Additional information

Informal enquiries are welcome and should be made to Prof Martin Dyer (mjsd1@le.ac.uk) and Dr Sandrine Jayne (sj179@le.ac.uk).

Applications for job share will be considered.

As part of the University’s ongoing commitment to professional development, this role will also be considered on a seconded basis for existing staff members. Please ensure this is discussed with your line manager prior to applying. 

The University of Leicester has been changing the world, and changing people’s lives, for 100 years. When you join us, you’ll become part of a community of Citizens of Change, which includes not only our staff and our current students but also thousands of Leicester graduates around the world.

As a diverse and forward-thinking employer, we embed the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion into everything we do. That includes not just our core missions of teaching and research, but also our support for staff, students and our local community through our values of Inspiring, Impactful and Inclusive.

We’re committed to the wellbeing of all our staff and to the sustainability of our environment, on our campus and beyond. We offer a competitive salary package, excellent pension scheme and a generous annual leave allowance, along with opportunities to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Advert closes midnight on: 04 February 2025

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