Job Description

Salary : Commencement on the salary range is subject tocomparableskills and experience.

Reporting to: Malin Pedersen

Duration ofContract : Fixed Term for 24 months

Location : Chelsea

Closing Date : 20thof August 2025

Under the leadership of Prof. Kevin Harrington , we are seeking to recruit aScientific Officerto contribute to radiotherapy / immunotherapy-focused research projects. The candidate will be part of the Targeted Therapy team at The Institute of Cancer Research, on Fulham Road, in London. Our team focuses on radiotherapy / immunotherapy combinations for cancer treatment. The successful candidate will play a key role in conducting experiments, analysing data and provide technical support for in vitro and ex vivo assays as well as analyses of in vivo samples. The technical work will focus on cell culture and maintenance and i n vitro assays including various tumour cell assays and immunology read-out assays. The candidate will support research activities across multiple projects under the lead and supervision of senior members of the team.

About you

The successful candidate must have:

• MSc in Biological science (or equivalent)
• Experience in cell culture and molecular biology assays and cell based assays in vitro .
• Experience in flow cytometry is desirable.
• High attention to detail and keep daily accurate scientific records.
• Enjoy working independently and as part of a team.

Department/Directorate Information

The Candidate will work in the Targeted Therapy Team within the division of Radiotherapy and Imaging, headed by Professor Kevin Harrington.

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

We encourage all applicants to access the job pack attached for more detailed information regarding this role. For an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Dr. Malin Pedersen (malin.pedersen@icr.ac.uk) or Dr. Emmanuel Patin (emmanuel.patin@icr.ac.uk).

About The Institute of Cancer Research

Why work for us?

As a member of staff, you'll have exclusive access to a range of staff benefits .

The ICR is committed to supporting overseas applicants applying for roles, please click here to find out further information.

The Institute of Cancer Research, London, is one of the world's most influential cancer research institutes, with an outstanding record of achievement dating back more than 100 years. Further information about working at the ICR can be found here .

At the Institute of Cancer Research, we champion diversity as we believe it fuels innovation and drives impactful research. We welcome applicants from all walks of life, valuing diverse perspectives that enrich our work.

Don't let a checklist of qualifications hold you back if you're passionate about the role, we want to hear from you. Your unique experiences and backgrounds contribute to the richness of our team. We are committed to being an equal opportunity for all, regardless of ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other dimension of diversity. Join us in creating an inclusive environment where everyone's voice is heard and valued.

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