Research Assistant London, England
Job description
We’re Anthony Nolan and we save the lives of people with blood cancer and blood disorders who need a stem cell transplant or novel cell therapy.
We’re unique. Thanks to the incredible donors on our register, our pioneering research and our passionate fundraisers, we give the chance of life to three people a day.
But we won’t stop there. We are working tirelessly to unite people and science in order to unlock the cures, treatments and transplants that will transform the future for more patients. And together, we can reach the remarkable day where every patient who needs us can not only survive, but thrive.
If you're inspired by this vision, and feel you have the skills and experience we need to help achieve it, we'd love for you to join our lifesaving team.
We are looking for a Research Assistant to join our HLA Informatics Group as part of the Anthony Nolan Research Institute.
Title: Research Assistant
Salary: £28,149 per annum, increasing to £30,346 per annum after successful completion of 6 months’ probation
Contract: Permanent, full-time
Hours: 35 per week (standard Anthony Nolan working hours)
Location: Anthony Nolan Research Institute, Hampstead, London (on-site)
What does the role involve?
Working as a member of our HLA Informatics Group, you will assist with the daily management and coordination of our long-running Patient/Donor project, studying Haematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant (HSCT) recipients and their donors.
As part of the role, you will be responsible for the daily collection of samples, sterile separation of lymphocytes and storage of patient and donor material, as well as entering and maintaining relevant clinical data on our in-house databases, ensuring ethical and laboratory guidelines are followed at all times.
You will work closely with our Senior Research Assistant to design, build and implement solutions within our Patient/Donor Project, with the aim to innovate processes and streamline day-to-day running of the project.
You will also be involved in the development of molecular assays, utilising a range of molecular biology techniques including the third-generation sequencing method Single Molecule Real-Time (SMRT) sequencing, to characterise HSCT study cohorts.
Who are we looking for?
Successful candidates will have a first class or 2:1 degree in a Biological Science (BSc) or equivalent. Good organisational skills are essential, with the ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines, whilst maintaining meticulous attention to detail. A positive attitude to problem-solving and the ability to work collaboratively in a team are required, as well as taking the initiative to work independently when necessary.
Previous experience in a molecular biology laboratory with experience of techniques, such as DNA extraction, is advantageous, as well as knowledge of HLA or other immunogenetic gene systems.
What’s in it for you?
- A competitive salary
- 27 days annual leave, pension scheme, childcare vouchers, access to counselling via a 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme
- A stimulating work environment full of opportunities to learn and develop
- Life Assurance of four times annual salary
- Travel season ticket loan, Cycle to work Scheme
- And more! (full list of benefits available on our website)
Please check out the job description here, as well as our FAQs & Additional Info page to read about our benefits, values and recruitment policy.
Release your remarkable, join our team and give someone a chance of life.
Anthony Nolan is committed to equal opportunities & a living wage accredited employer
All applicants must be able to demonstrate the right to work in the UK.
