Laboratory Research Scientist

Location: The Francis Crick Institute, Midland Road, London

About us…  

The Francis Crick Institute is Europe’s largest biomedical research institute under one roof. Our world-class scientists and staff collaborate on vital research to help prevent, diagnose and treat illnesses such as cancer, heart disease, infectious diseases and neurodegenerative conditions. 

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About the role… 

The post holder will work under the supervision of Professor Hayday and Dr Vivien Kohlhaas, providing experimental support in a state-of-the-art model system study seeking to dissect how the dysregulation of local intestinal T cells may combine with altered diet to provoke gut inflammation. The hypothesis that this may be an important axis in inflammatory bowel disease, and potentially in colorectal cancer, is fuelled by epidemiologic data and our own genetic and imunological studies of human patients. The ideal candidate is likely to be a pro-active, focused and productive individual, motivated by the development and study of a model system to better understand complex human disease. They will also be motivated by the collegial and collaborative work environment, that uses a team ethic to nurture and promote individual excellence. Excellent time management, communication, attention to detail and organisation skills are essential.

What you will be doing… 

As a Laboratory Research Scientist at the Crick, you will: 

• Contribute to specific research projects under the Group Leader’s supervision
• Contribute to tissue-culture experiments in which the responses of T cells to different stimuli are studied. Generation of stable stimulator cell lines
• Analysis of cell activation in an in vitro culture system using flow cytometry
• Contribute to omics experiments
• Contribute to data analysis
• Supporting some aspects of in vivo experiments, including tissue collection, processing and analysis.

About you…  

You will bring… 

• BSc or MSc in Immunology, Metabolism, Biology, Biochemistry, Biomedical Sciences, or Molecular Biology
• Proficiency in key aspects of cell culture and sterile technique
• Fluent with PCR and other basic molecular techniques
• Experience in flow cytometry
• Firm understanding of experimental design principles
• Strong quantiatational skills
• Growing capacity and desire to work independently, and also be capable of interacting within a group
• Strong organisational and record-keeping skills
• Ability to describe and present data

About Working at the Crick… 

Our values  

• We are bold. We make space for creative, dynamic and imaginative ideas and approaches. We’re not afraid to do things differently. 
• We are open. We’re highly collaborative and interactive, and make sure our activities are visible to the outside world. 
• We are collegial. We show respect for one another, work cooperatively and support the wider community. 

At the Crick, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to driving innovation and scientific discovery. If you need assistance with your application, please contact weronika.kucala@crick.ac.uk. 

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What will you receive?  

We value our team members and are proud to offer an extensive range of benefits to support their well-being and development. You can find out more about what we offer here.

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