Academic ConnectResearch Assistant (Fixed Term)
Research Assistant (Fixed Term)
A Research Assistant position is available in the group of Prof. Walid T. Khaled at the Department of Pharmacology and Cambridge Stem Cell Institute, University of Cambridge.
This position is part of PreBRCATx, a major new project funded by the European Research Council (ERC), focused on developing therapeutic interventions to prevent hereditary breast cancer. Building on the Khaled Lab's expertise in tumour initiation and early transformation, this project aims to intercept breast cancer before it starts, with a particular focus on individuals carrying high-risk mutations in BRCA1, BRCA2, and PALB2. Through advanced single cell genomics, in vivo modelling, and immune profiling, the team will study early molecular and cellular changes that occur in high-risk breast tissue. The team will test the ability of known and near-clinical drugs to reverse or block these changes and ultimately aims to develop a preventive breast cancer vaccine for individuals with inherited predisposition. This role offers a rare opportunity to contribute to cancer interception science at the frontier of personalised prevention, with strong translational potential.
Requirements
To deliver on this exciting project the team is looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic Research assistant with demonstrable experience working with GEMMs. It is essential you hold an active PIL as you will be responsible for the maintenance of the GEMM colonies, performing in vivo experiments and the collection and analysis of the data. Previous experience working with breast cancer in vivo models would is preferable but not essential. You will need to be an effective communicator, organised, team player and keep excellent records.
Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 2 years in the first instance.
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Informal enquiries are welcomed to Prof. Walid T. Khaled, wtk22@cam.ac.uk
For enquiries about the online application process, please contact the HR Team, hr@phar.cam.ac.uk
Please quote reference PL48068 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
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Key information
Department/location
Salary
£33,002-£35,608
Reference
PL48068
Category
Date published
25 November 2025
Closing date
4 January 2026
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