Microscopist LMS 2546

About us

The MRC Laboratory of Medical Sciences (LMS) is a biomedical research institute where scientists and clinicians collaborate to advance the understanding of biology and its application to medicine. LMS is one of three directly funded MRC research institutes and enjoy close links with our partners at Imperial College London and at the Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust.

Research at the LMS covers a wide range of topics and is supported by a well-equipped light microscopy facility which comprises a large variety of systems ranging from stereo microscopes and slide scanners to the latest confocal, super-resolution and light sheets instruments. Details on the current instrumentation and our services are available from the facility website: Light microscopy facility | MRC LMS

About the role

We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual who will provide microscope training and technical support for our large user base. You will also be responsible for performing routine instrument maintenance, troubleshooting on the different imaging platforms and data management. You will assist researchers with experimental design, data acquisition and image analysis, directly leading to participating in LMS research projects.

About You

You should have genuine enthusiasm for microscopy and imaging and enjoy the interaction with a large number of LMS researchers. You should already have a sound understanding and some experience of light microscopical techniques and be interested in learning and applying new imaging techniques. Direct participation in research projects is also encouraged. This is ideally suited for someone with a keen interest in optical microscopy and image analysis in a research environment. Applicants should be interested in developing and applying new imaging workflows which will involve learning scripting languages like ImageJ macro programming or similar. You have excellent communication skills to interact effectively with facility users and suppliers and have the ability to work independently as well cooperatively in our small team and with other research groups.

What we offer

As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer defined benefit pension scheme and excellent holiday entitlement (30 days plus 2.5 privilege days & 8 bank holidays), family friendly policies (6 months full pay maternity & adoption leave), a range of shopping/travel discounts, access to our Employee Assistant Programme Scheme, Health and Wellbeing Support and a salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme.  Please follow this link to find out more - Benefits

How to apply

For full details of this post and to complete an online application, please click on the ‘Apply’ button above and upload your CV, along with a cover letter stating why you are applying for this role (providing evidence against the requirements of the job as per the job description and person specification). Please quote reference number LMS 2546.

Applications which do not provide a cover letter will not be considered.