Job Description

Ref Number

B02-09357

Professional Expertise

Laboratory Technical and Lab Support

Department

School of Life & Medical Sciences (B02)

Location

London

Working Pattern

Full time

Salary

31,904-35,575

Contract Type

Permanent

Working Type

On site

Available for Secondment

No

Closing Date

05-Sep-2025

About us

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The

UCL Cancer Institute

is the hub for cancer research at

University College London

, one of the World's leading universities. The Institute draws together over 400 talented scientists who are working together to translate research discoveries into developing kinder, more effective therapies for cancer patients. In particular, it fosters links between basic cancer researchers across biomedicine and with the clinical activities of our four partner hospital trusts, known as UCL Partners (University College London Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Trust, the Royal Free Hampstead NHS Trust, and Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust), as well as the London School of Pharmacy and Cancer Research UK. The Institute has greater clinical links than any comparable centre in the UK, creating a unique opportunity for significant impact on the delivery of clinical service to cancer patients.



The Cancer Institute includes the

Cancer Research UK and UCL Cancer Trials Centre

which is one of the largest cancer trials centres in the UK conducting multi-centre national and international phase III trials, feasibility studies and early phase I and II studies. Also embedded within the UCL Cancer Institute is the

CRUK City of London Centre

, a world class hub for cancer biotherapeutics which fosters collaboration between researchers at University College London, King's College London, Barts Cancer Institute (Queen Mary University of London), and The Francis Crick Institute.



Furthermore, the Institute offers educational programmes that reflect the depth and breadth of research expertise that include BSc Cancer Biomedicine, MSci Cancer Biomedicine, iBSc Oncology, MSc Cancer and PhD studies. Further Information about the UCL Cancer Institute can be found on our website UCL Cancer Institute.

About the role

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A major focus of

Dr. Roddie's UCL Translation Team at the UCL Cancer Institute

is the manipulation of T-cells for therapeutic applications. The main purpose of this position is the processing of patient samples from UCL's ongoing CAR T-cell trials. The position will also offer the possibility to conduct research around treatment responses using relevant protocols/ assays. GCLP and HTA training will be provided during the tenure of this post.



The successful candidate will be a part of a collaborative group of scientists and will be expected to actively assist and participate in all aspects of the research, as well as in the basic maintenance of the laboratory.

The job does not meet the eligibility requirements for a Skilled Worker Visa certificate of sponsorship under UK Visas and Immigration legislation. Therefore, UCL will not be able to sponsor individuals who require right to work in the UK to carry out this role.

This is a full-time position funded for 1 year in the first instance, subject to standard probationary requirements

, with the possibility of extension.

Applications should include a CV and a Cover Letter:

In the Cover Letter please provide evidence of the essential and desirable criteria in the Person Specification part of the . (By including a Cover Letter, you can leave blank the 'Why you have applied for this role' field in the application form, which is limited in the number of characters it will allow.)

Additional documentation such as publications or training certificates should not be included.

About you

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Successful candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences, related discipline or equivalent experience, knowledge of and/ or interest in CAR T-cell Immunotherapies.



Commitment to UCL's policy of equal opportunities and the ability to work harmoniously with colleagues and students of all cultures and background are essential as it is the ability to work to deadlines with a commitment to producing high quality research.



A Master's degree in Biological Sciences or related discipline and experience in assisting with lab maintenance are desirable but not essential.

What we offer

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As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents we also offer some great benefits some of which are below:


41 Days holiday (including 27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days) Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE) Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan On-Site nursery On-site gym Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service Discounted medical insurance

Please visit https://www.ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/rewards-and-benefits to find out more.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

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As London's Global University, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation, and we want our community to represent the diversity of the world's talent. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong.



We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in UCL's workforce.



These include people from Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds; disabled people; LGBTQI+ people; and for our Grade 9 and 10 roles, women.



You can read more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion here: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/equality-diversity-inclusion/