Postdoctoral Training Fellow - Cell Division

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Location:

Chelsea

Position:

Cell Division

Salary Details:

From £45,600 per annum

Contract:

Fixed term

Contract Length:

Not Specified

Advertising End Date:

25 Jun 2026

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Postdoctoral Training Fellow - Cell Division

Key Information

Salary: From £45,600 per annum. Dependent on relevant Postdoctoral experience. Future progression is based on annual performance review.

Duration of Contract: Fixed Term for 1 year

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

Location: Chelsea

Closing Date: Wednesday 24th June 2026

This role is eligible for ICR Sponsorship. 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 here.

Job Details

Under the guidance of Professor Jonathon Pines, we are seeking to recruit a Postdoctoral Training Fellow to contribute to to investigate how cyclin B1-Cdk1 binding is regulated to form the trigger for mitosis. The successful candidate will be part of a multidisciplinary research group studying cell-cycle regulation using a combination of molecular, cellular, biochemical, advanced cell imaging and proteomic approaches. The role will contribute to advancing our understanding of the fundamental processes that govern cell cycle mechanics and provide important implications for tissue morphogenesis and cancer biology.

About you

The successful candidate must have:

PhD in biology or other similar subject*
Demonstrable skills in molecular biology techniques (recombinant DNA, cloning)
Expertise in protein biochemistry, microscopy, flow cytometry, or live-cell imaging.
Experience with gene editing, RNA interference, or protein interaction studies.

*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 PDTF at the ICR, providing total postdoctoral experience (including previous employment at this level elsewhere) does not exceed 7 years.

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

Cell Division Group, Division of Cell and Molecular Biology (Chelsea)

Professor Jonathon Pines’ group is investigating how cells regulate cell division and divide genetic information evenly between cells when they separate. The group's research focuses on how cells trigger mitosis, and once mitosis has begun, how cells ensure that the two daughter cells receive an equal and identical set of chromosomes. They have developed a number of powerful live-cell assays, and combine these with gene-targeting and biochemistry to investigate the mechanisms controlling a process as highly dynamic as mitosis.

Find out more about the Cell Division Group.

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. For an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Professor Jonathon Pines via email on [email protected].

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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