Postdoctoral Training Fellow - Endocrine Control Mechanisms

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Location:

Chelsea

Department:

Endocrine Control Mechanisms

Salary Details:

Salary Range: £45,600 - £55,000 per annum

Contract:

Fixed term

Contract Length:

Not Specified

Advertising End Date:

21 Apr 2025

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Postdoctoral Training Fellow - Endocrine Control Mechanisms

Key Information

Salary: Dependent on relevant Postdoctoral experience. Future progression is based on annual performance review.

This role is eligible for ICR Sponsorship. Support will be provided for costs associated with Visa application. If you are considering relocating to the UK, further information can be found here.

Duration of Contract: Fixed Term3 years

Hours per week: 35 hours per week (Full Time)

Location: Chelsea

Closing Date: 21 April 2025

Job Details

Under the guidance of Professor Cathrin Brisken, we are seeking a highly motivated and ambitious Postdoctoral Training Fellow to combine innovative patient-derived xenograft models and genetic tools to disentangle the role of estrogen and progesterone receptor signaling in breast cancer. The work contributes to gaining more insights into patient-specific hormone dependencies and factors determining them with the aim of personalizing breast cancer therapy and prevention.

The successful candidate will be part of a transdisciplinary team of biologists, clinicians and computational scientists and part of close interactions with groups at the ICR, the RMH and King’s College as well Prof. Brisken’s research group at EPFL, Switzerland.

About you

The successful candidate must have a PhD in biochemistry, pharmacology, cell or molecular biology and demonstrable experience in planning and designing experiments. Ability to write efficient computer code would is desirable.

Candidates who are nearing completion of their PhD may apply, but confirmation on awarded PhD is required within 6 months of employment.

The ICR has a workforce agreement stating that Postdoctoral Training Fellows can only be employed for up to 7 years as a PTDF at the ICR ( this includes experience gained at PDTF level prior to joining the ICR).

For general information on Postdocs at The ICR, more information can be found here.

Research Group Information

Under the leadership of Professor Cathrin Brisken, The Endocrine Control Mechanisms group are using intraductal mammary gland implantation, and ex vivo studies using breast cancers expanded via intraductal implantation. We also use transcriptomic and proteomic studies to investigate therapeutics for breast cancer patients and improve the development of novel treatment options for them.

Directorate Information

The Breast Cancer Now Toby Robins Research Centre, within the Division of Breast Cancer Research of the Institute of Cancer Research which is the first centre in the UK entirely devoted to breast cancer research. Our goal is to advance research into the causes, diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer. It is located in state-of-the-art laboratory space, with excellent core facilities and is funded through a long term renewable programme grant from Breast Cancer Now. The Centre is Directed by Clinician Scientist Professor Andrew Tutt, Professor Chris Lord is Deputy Director of the Centre.

What we offer

A dynamic and supportive research environment
Access to state-of-the-art facilities and professional development opportunities
Collaboration with leading researchers in the field
Competitive salary and pension

We encourage all applicants to access the job pack attached for more detailed information regarding this role.

About The Institute of Cancer Research

Why work for us?

As a member of staff, you'll have exclusive access to a range of staff benefits.

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The Institute of Cancer Research, London, is one of the world's most influential cancer research institutes, with an outstanding record of achievement dating back more than 100 years. Further information about working at the ICR can be found here.

At the Institute of Cancer Research, we champion diversity as we believe it fuels innovation and drives impactful research. We welcome applicants from all walks of life, valuing diverse perspectives that enrich our work.

Don't let a checklist of qualifications hold you back – if you're passionate about the role, we want to hear from you. Your unique experiences and backgrounds contribute to the richness of our team. We are committed to being an equal opportunity for all, regardless of ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other dimension of diversity. Join us in creating an inclusive environment where everyone's voice is heard and valued.

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