Research Technician (Organoid Specialist)
UCL - Cancer Institute
| Location: | London |
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| Salary: | £35,930 to £41,255 |
| Hours: | Full Time |
| Contract Type: | Permanent |
| Placed On: | 31st March 2025 |
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| Closes: | 25th April 2025 |
| Job Ref: | B02-08618 |
About us
The UCL Cancer Institute is the hub for cancer research at University College London (UCL), one of the world's leading universities (www.ucl.ac.uk/cancer). The Institute draws together over 400 talented scientists who are working together to translate research discoveries into better, more effective treatments to improve outcomes for cancer patients. It fosters links between basic cancer researchers across biomedicine and the clinical activities with our associated hospital Trusts, including UCL Hospitals (UCLH) NHS Foundation Trust. Embedded within the UCL Cancer Institute, the CRUK City of London Centre provides essential infrastructure to underpin cancer research within UCL and is a major catalyst in the success of UCL in integrating translational and clinical cancer research with excellent basic science.
About the role
We are looking for a talented and enthusiastic Research Technician to join the UCL Cancer Institute Translational Technology Platform for Organoids (https://www.ucl.ac.uk/cancer/research/cancer-institute-translational-technology-platforms/organoid-platform).
The successful applicant will aid the development of new patient-derived organoid (PDO) models using surgical material from UCLH. These models will comprise epithelial, stromal, and immune cells to recapitulate personalised tumour microenvironments in 3D.
The primary supervisor will be Petra Vlckova with additional supervision from Prof. Chris Tape, team leader of the Cell Communication laboratory at UCL Cancer Institute (www.ucl.ac.uk/cancer/research/department-oncology/cell-communication-group and www.tape-lab.com).
The technician will be supported by core facility specialists throughout the UCL Cancer Institute.
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 by the UCLH Biomedical Research Council until August 2027 in the first instance (Grade 6).
About you
The successful candidate must have a BSc or be studying for a BSc in the relevant field. Experience with 2D and 3D cell culture techniques, including maintenance and optimisation is highly desirable. Strong organisational skills to support laboratory operations, including stock management, ordering, and inventory control. Ability to maintain a well-organised and efficient lab environment, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Self-motivated and able to work independently, while also collaborating effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
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You can read more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion here: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/equality-diversity-inclusion/
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