Scientific Officer – Myeloma Molecular Therapy
Salary: Commencement on the salary range is subject to comparable skills and experience.
Reporting to: Martin Kaiser
Duration of Contract: Fixed Term for 24 months
Hours per week: 35 hours per week (Full Time)
Location: Sutton
Closing Date: 25th of June 2026
We reserve the right to close the advert early should we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Early applications are encouraged for this reason.
Under the guidance of Professor Martin Kaiser, we are seeking to recruit a Scientific Officer to contribute to The Haemato-Oncology Research Unit which is involved in a number of ground-breaking phase I, II and III clinical trials in myeloma and leukaemia, as well as being the central laboratory for scientific studies linked to a number of national clinical studies (including MRC, CRUK, and Myeloma UK funded studies).
The successful candidate will play a key role in processing, purification and biobanking of clinical samples both from national trials as well as from the Royal Marsden Hospital. The post holder will apply molecular biology techniques that are established in our laboratory for the detection of genetic aberrations in patient samples.
About you
The successful candidate must have:
- A BSc in a biological subject and ideally have experience of working to good laboratory practice & standard safety rules.
- Basic knowledge of computers that includes databases and word-processing.
- Experience with molecular biology techniques.
- Experience with massively parallel sequencing, flow cytometry or primary cell culture would be an advantage.
- Knowledge of a diagnostic laboratory would also be advantageous.
Benefits
- 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 Martin Kaiser via Email on Martin.Kaiser@icr.ac.uk
Why work for us?
As a member of staff, you’ll have exclusive access to a range of staff benefits.
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.
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.
Salary range starting from £45,600 per annum
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