Postdoctoral Training Fellow - Computational Single Cell Biology (Dr Stephen-John Sammut)

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Location:

Chelsea

Department:

Cancer Dynamics

Salary Details:

Salary Range: £45,600 - £51,450 per annum

Contract:

Fixed term

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Not Specified

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Postdoctoral Training Fellow - Computational Single Cell Biology (Dr Stephen-John Sammut)

Key Information

Salary: Dependent on relevant Postdoctoral experience.

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 Term for 3 years

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

Location: Chelsea

Applications will be reviewed during the advertising process. We reserve the right to close the advert before the published closing date should a suitable candidate be selected.

Job Details

Under the leadership of Dr Stephen-John Sammut, we are seeking a highly motivated and ambitious postdoctoral researcher to apply existing and develop cutting-edge single-cell computational methods for modelling breast tumour evolution during chemotherapy and immunotherapy. Your work will contribute to the development of predictive frameworks that can be deployed in breast clinical trials to guide treatment decisions.

This role offers an outstanding opportunity to drive innovation at the interface of computational biology and clinical research, shaping the future of precision oncology.

For general information on Post Doc's at The ICR can be found here.

The ICR has a workforce agreement stating that there is a maximum duration of employment of 7 years including pre-ICR PDTF experience.

Key Requirements

The successful candidate must have a PhD in a computational biology or other numerical subject, have extensive programming experience, and possess a basic knowledge of cancer biology. A background in the analysis and interpretation of molecular data is essential. If available, please include a link to your online, publicly-available source code repository in your application.

Department/Directorate Information:

The Cancer Dynamics Laboratory headed by Dr Stephen John Sammut, focuses on developing computational and experimental frameworks that model changes in breast cancer biology during treatment to develop personalised precision cancer therapies.

The Breast Cancer Now Toby Robins Research Centre at the ICR 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.

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

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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