Scientific Officer

The University of Manchester • Manchester, England, United Kingdom • £23.34k - £30k / year • 1w ago

About the role:

We are currently looking for a Scientific Officer within the Cancer Origins Group. The Cancer Origins group studies how environmental exposures alter selection pressures in the lung to drive cancer using in vivo models, functional assays and single cell analysis. The aim of this post is to to carry out research, develop projects and support the on-going research of the group. To support the efficient and effective day-to-day running and organisation of the laboratory, to ensure maintenance of equipment and supplies.

About you:

You should have a BSc in biological sciences or related subject or equivalent relevant experience. Experience in a research laboratory setting and in cancer biology is essential. Previous experience with in vivo models along with experience with cell culture is desirable but not essential.

For any informal enquiries about this post, please contact Dr William Hill, email: William.Hill@manchester.ac.uk

About the Cancer Origins Research Group

Please visit our website to view information about Cancer Origins Research Group:

https://www.cruk.manchester.ac.uk/research-group/cancer-origins/

Why choose Cancer Research UK Manchester Institute?

The Cancer Research UK Manchester Institute (www.cruk.manchester.ac.uk), an Institute of The University of Manchester (www.manchester.ac.uk), is a world-leading centre for excellence in cancer research. The Institute is core funded by Cancer Research UK (www.cancerresearchuk.org), the largest independent cancer research organisation in the world. In spring 2023 the Institute moved into the new Paterson Building, a £150 million flagship purpose-built biomedical research centre directly attached to The Christie NHS Foundation Trust (www.christie.nhs.uk), in South Manchester.

We are partnered with The Christie NHS Foundation Trust, one of the largest cancer treatment centres in Europe. These factors combine to provide an exceptional environment in which to pursue basic, translational and clinical research programmes.

How to apply?

Please apply by selecting the Apply button, above.

Closing date: 25 August 2025

Please note this vacancy will close for applications at 11:59pm on the closing date specified.

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