Research Fellow (Tape Lab): The UCL Cancer Institute is seeking a dedicated Research Fellow to join the Cell Communication Lab in London. This role will focus on studying the role of stem cell plasticity in primary and metastatic colorectal cancer using innovative high-throughput single-cell phenoscaping technologies.
Designation
Research Fellow (Tape Lab)
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Ref Number | B02-08837 |
| Department | School of Life & Medical Sciences (B02) |
| Location | London |
| Working Pattern | Full time |
| Salary | £43,374 – £51,860 |
| Contract Type | Permanent |
| Working Type | On site |
| Available for Secondment | No |
| Closing Date | 22-Jun-2025 |
Research Area
Cell Communication in Cancer Research with a focus on colorectal cancer.
Eligibility/Qualification
- Postdoctoral qualification (PhD) or a PhD candidate in a relevant field.
- Experience with 2D and 3D cell culture techniques, including maintenance, optimization, and high-throughput screening.
- Experience in wet lab single-cell technologies and high-dimensional computational analysis is highly advantageous.
Job Description
The successful candidate will build on recent discoveries related to stem cell dynamics in colorectal cancer, specifically examining how cancer-associated fibroblasts (CAFs) influence drug responses. The Research Fellow will collaborate closely with Prof. Chris Tape and have access to core Translational Technology Platform specialists throughout the UCL Cancer Institute. The position is funded by the UK Medical Research Council until April 2029.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a CV and a Cover Letter, clearly addressing the essential and desirable criteria outlined in the Job Description. Please utilize the Cover Letter to leave the ‘Why you have applied for this role’ field blank in the application form due to character limitations.
Last Date for Apply
22-Jun-2025
For more details about the UCL Cancer Institute and this role, please visit UCL Cancer Institute.
