Research Assistant

The Opportunity:

We are seeking a Research Assistant to join the Screening Team within the Garnett Laboratory. You will participate in the drug sensitivity and CRISPR-Cas9 screening of cancer cell models utilising state of the art automation platforms and sample management systems. 

 About Us:

The Translational Cancer Genomics Team focuses on understanding the consequences of alterations in the DNA of cancer cells. We do this at scale using multiple approaches including drug sensitivity and genetic perturbation screens in cancer cell line and organoid models. Vulnerabilities within cancer cells identified from the data generated can then be exploited as novel drug targets or as genetic markers for patient selection.

 About the Role/You:

This laboratory based role provides an exciting opportunity to work with cancer cell models including organoids and a collection of over 1000 cell lines. You will prepare and process microwell assay plates for high-throughput drug sensitivity screening, perform CRISPR-Cas9 screens and provide general support for the laboratory. In addition, you will be preparing reagents and maintaining consumable stocks for both screening pipelines and maintaining an effective and safe laboratory area.

The role will require you to be adaptable and have excellent interpersonal and communication skills to co-ordinate tasks between team members and across projects. We will be seeking out someone who has good organisational and record keeping abilities.

This position offers recent graduates the opportunity to develop their tissue culture and molecular biology skills. It also enables individuals who have gained experience in technical roles to establish themselves in a research team. 

Please apply with your CV and a cover letter addressing how you meet the criteria set out above and in the job description.

You will complete an initial training period where you will work Monday-Friday before moving to a Tuesday-Saturday working pattern. This can be discussed further at interview stage.