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Job description
Job id: 071267. Salary: Grade 6: £41,386 per annum, including London Weighting Allowance. Posted: 13 July 2023. Closing date: 03 August 2023. Business unit: Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine. Department: Gene Therapy and Regenerative Medicine. Contact details: Rocio Sancho. [email protected] Location: Guy's Campus. Category: Research. Job description The Centre for Gene Therapy and Regenerative Medicine (CGTRM) is the nucleus of a vibrant scientific and clinical community engaged in research into stem cells and their potential therapeutic benefits. It occupies the entire 28th floor of Guy's Hospital tower and is equipped with a large open plan laboratory including chemical, tissue culture, histology, confocal microscopy and state of the art imaging equipment. Located in the CGTRM, the Sancho Lab focuses in studying molecular cues behind cell fate decisions in pancreas. Our main goal in the lab is to decipher the fundamental regulatory networks involved in pancreatic cell fate decisions using induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs), and to apply this knowledge to new strategies in regenerative medicine for diabetes. The post-doctoral researcher will join an enthusiastic, collaborative, hardworking and dynamic team and will work on an MRC funded project aimed to characterise novel regulatory mechanisms identified for the key pro-endocrine transcription factors driving beta-cell differentiation. Experience in iPSC cell culture, confocal imaging, western blot and cell biology is important as is the ability to work independently and accurately to high standards. This post will be offered on a fixed-term for 3 years This is a full-time post - 100% full time equivalent Key responsibilities Carry out world class research experiments using iPSCs Communicate results effectively in writing and orally Attend seminars, journal clubs and conferences Contribute to collaborative atmosphere of the lab Share skills by training others Comply with all relevant safety legislation to ensure a safe working environment The above list of responsibilities may not be exhaustive, and the post holder will be required to undertake such tasks and responsibilities as may reasonably be expected within the scope and grading of the post. Skills, knowledge, and experience Essential criteria Qualifications / training 1. PhD submitted / awarded in iPSC or Stem Cells related field. Skills / Experience 1. Experience with iPSC 2. Experience in Pancreas differentiation protocols using iPSCs. 3. Experience in presenting iPSC work in international conferences 4. Experience in publishing per review scientific articles Knowledge 1. Strong Background in Cell Biology 2. Strong background in Stem Cells Competencies 1. Excellent record keeping / attention to detail. 2. Strong work ethic, evidence of productivity 3. Self-motivated with the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines. Desirable criteria 1. Good organizational skills and attention to detail 2. Organised and systematic approach to research 3. Excellent interpersonal skills Please note that this is a PhD level role but candidates who have submitted their thesis and are awaiting award of their PhDs will be considered. In these circumstances the appointment will be made at Grade 5, spine point 30 with the title of Research Assistant. Upon confirmation of the award of the PhD, the job title will become Research Associate and the salary will increase to Grade 6. Further information Include a personal statement addressing the essential criteria, CV and the contact information of one or more references. King's College London
