"Scientific Officer - Translational Research In-Vitro Modelling Team"

We are seeking to recruit a Scientific Officer to provide technical assistance with development, optimisation and processing of complex organoid experiments in collaboration with group members within the Centre. The successful candidate will also help with the production and quality control of growth factor conditioned media to facilitate organoid culture experiments at scale and support the scientific activities of the organoid facility. You will be expected to contribute to the daily running of the facility assisting with record keeping, purchasing and other routine duties. You will also be required to support the work of the other facility staff on occasion. Full training will be provided.

About you

The successful candidate must have:

• BSc in biological sciences
• Previous cell culture experience preferably including methods of 3D cell culture

Department/Directorate Information

The Breast Cancer Now Toby Robins Research Centre in the Division of Breast Cancer Research is the first centre in the UK entirely devoted to breast cancer research. Our goal is to advance research in the causes, diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer. The Centre is located in state-of-the-art laboratory space, is supported by excellent core facilities and is funded through a long term renewable programme grant from Breast Cancer Now.

The Translational Research Support in-vitro modelling team provides expertise and supports experimental design for the scientists across the division to enable patient-derived organoid (PDO) models to be utilized for translational studies, with the aim of identifying and characterising targets and associated biomarkers for breast cancer treatment.

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