LocationLocation:
Chelsea
PositionPosition:
Molecular Cell Biology
Contract:Contract:
Fixed term
External Advertising End DateAdvertising End Date:
29 Mar 2026

Key Information

Salary Starting salary is in the range of £31,445 to £33,100 (Scientific Officer level) or £39,805 to £41,900 (Higher Scientific Officer level) per annum, depending on seniority and previous experience.
 
Reporting to: Marjan Iravani
 
Duration of ContractFixed term contract till 31 July 2028
 
Hours per week: 35 hours per week (Full Time) 
 
Location: Chelsea
 
Closing Date: 29th March 2026 
 

This role is eligible for ICR Sponsorship for Higher Scientific Officer level. If this is your first visa in the UK, support will be provided for costs associated with Visa application. If you are considering relocating to the UK, further information can be found hereScientific Officer roles are not currently eligible for sponsorship, candidates appointable at this level are required to the have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship. 

Job Details

We are seeking an enthusiastic, Scientific Officer (SO) / Higher Scientific Officer (HSO) to join the Isacke 'Molecular Cell Biology' laboratory. The main responsibility of the position is to conduct lab based and in-vivo experiments as part of a team developing CAR-T cells and antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) (see Ash et al. 2024 and Evans et al. 2023) and to support our work on identifying new therapeutic strategies for metastatic lobular breast cancer.

Applicants must have an appropriate degree and relevant laboratory experience. Good organizational skills, and the ability to prioritise workloads to meet project requirements will be essential.

We offer a supportive team environment, and the opportunity to be part of an enthusiastic group engaged in cutting edge research.

This role will be appointed at either SO or HSO level, depending on the skills and experience of the successful candidate.

More information on the team can be found via this link: Molecular Cell Biology Group

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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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