Associate Scientist/Scientists

Associate Scientist/Scientists in compound management at Cancer Research UK Therapeutic Discovery Laboratories (CRUK-TDL) Babraham Research Campus, Cambridge

Salary: Competitive + benefits

Location: Babraham Research Campus, Cambridge

Contract: Permanent, full time

Closing date: 30th November

Interview dates: Week commencing 3rd December

Please note that shortlisting for interview will be taking place on a rolling basis so early application is strongly encouraged.

Cancer Research UK's Therapeutic Discovery Laboratories (CRUK-TDL), is the in-house CRUK drug discovery unit with a principal focus on establishing and prosecuting biologically-themed multi-project alliances with industry. Based at the Babraham Research Campus, Cambridge, and the London Bioscience Innovation Centre, CRUK-TDL comprises over 80 staff from both industrial and academic backgrounds.

Our laboratories house the personnel and equipment to prosecute projects from initial hypothesis through to selection of candidate drugs for regulatory development. We couple this with a deep understanding of academic and industrial drivers, enabling us to build alliances that satisfy the curiosity of basic research and the rigour of drug discovery research.

We are currently recruiting for associate scientist/scientists in our compound management group. The position will focus on preparation and distribution of compounds/samples from our collection.

This role would suit someone with…

An HNC/HND/BSc graduate in chemistry, biochemistry or a related life science.
Some experience of or exposure to compound/sample management in a drug discovery setting.
A good understanding of the technical liabilities of storing and handling liquid samples is also desirable but not essential.
Experience with analytical chemistry, liquid handling and automation particularly using Beckman, PerkinElmer, Labcyte instruments will also be an advantage.
The successful applicants will form an integral part of the CRUK-TDL team working alongside our industry and academic partners to progress novel cancer targets towards patient benefit. The role requires a strong team player with excellent communication skills and an ability to interact internally with multi-disciplinary project teams, as well as externally with our collaborators. Strong organisation skills and attention to detail are required to deliver on project goals and deadlines.

The positions will be based at our Cambridgeshire site on the Babraham Research Campus. Benefits include a competitive salary, 25 days of annual leave and eligibility to join the CRUK Pension Plan.

To apply, simply submit your application through our website (you will be asked to provide a CV and covering letter).

At CRUK we value diversity and we're committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone is able to be themselves and to reach their full potential. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures and believe that a diverse workforce will help us to beat cancer sooner.

Please note, from 2019, our head office will be relocating from Islington to a new office space in Stratford, close to the Olympic Park.

Application Instructions: 

Closing date: 30th November

Interview dates: Week commencing 3rd December

Please note that shortlisting for interview will be taking place on a rolling basis so early application is strongly encouraged.

Please apply via the link below
https://cancerresearchuk.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/External_Careers/job/Camb...

Application Closing Date: 
30 November 2018