"Research Assistant (Bohndiek Group) (Fixed Term)"

The VISIONLab, led by Dr Sarah Bohndiek, uses next-generation imaging sciences to advance our understanding of tumour evolution. We create new imaging technologies, and combine them together with computational models, to study cancer in both mouse models and patients. The VISIONLab is co-located in the Department of Physics and the Cancer Research UK Cambridge Institute.

We are now searching for a research assistant to support the work of our diverse international team in striving to create new methods that can help us to detect cancer earlier. The research assistant will specifically support a research project exploring the application of Raman spectroscopy to study cellular metabolism, including the spatial and temporal distribution of fumarate in cells with FH-deficiency.

Candidates with a strong background and interest in biomedical science and a curiosity about science that extends across disciplines are likely to find this position rewarding, as it affords an opportunity to make an impact on our research by supporting biologists while engaging with physicists and engineers to make a difference to human health. There are ample opportunities within the lab and the wider environment for personal and professional development and to help shape the course of research projects.

The successful applicant should have a bachelor's degree in biomedical / biological sciences or a related area. They should have demonstrable relevant experience that includes standard laboratory procedures, such as mammalian cell culture, western blot, enzyme assays, RNA and DNA isolation and PCR. Proficiency in the use of basic software packages such as Microsoft Office is expected as a minimum, however, familiarity with Python coding or image analysis packages such as FIJI/ImageJ or Napari is desirable. Experience with optimising protocols for cellular fluorescence staining and applying these to enable confocal imaging of fixed cells is essential for the role. Experience in metabolite extraction for liquid chromatography mass spectrometry or nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy would be highly desirable.

Informal enquiries should be directed to Molly Bridger via e-mail molly.bridger@cruk.cam.ac.uk

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 1 year in the first instance.

Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a security check and a Basic Disclosure.

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