Under the guidance of Professor Pascal Meier, we are seeking to recruit a Higher Scientific Officer (HSO) animal researcher to work in the Cell Death and Immunity laboratory group. The successful candidate will be responsible for the design and implementation of in vivo research projects using breast cancer and inflammation models to facilitate our understanding of immunogenic cell death.
Applicants should be pro-active and be specialized in in-vivo assays. They must have an appropriate degree and a current UK Home Office License, including modules A-C (modules 1-4). The ICR insists on high standards of animal welfare and meticulous record keeping in compliance with regulatory requirements. Applicants will also have extensive hands-on experience working with genetically engineered murine models.
About you
The successful candidate must have:
- A BSc or equivalent in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology or Cell Biology
- Experience using in vivo models and use of breast cancer models, xenografting and transplantation-based techniques
- Good organisational skills and an ability to prioritise workload to meet project requirements
Department/Directorate Information
The Cell Death and Immunity team, led by Professor Pascal Meier, uses sophisticated genetic models and patient-derived material to investigate how cell death shapes immune responses. By understanding this relationship, the team aims to develop new strategies to eliminate apoptosis-resistant cancers and re-activate the patient’s own anti-tumour immune response.
The team is part of the Breast Cancer Now Toby Robins Research Centre and the Centre for Translational Immunology at the ICR.
The Breast Cancer Now Toby Robins Research Centre, within the ICR’s Division of Breast Cancer Research, is the first centre in the UK dedicated entirely to breast cancer research. Its mission is to advance understanding of the causes, diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer.
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.