Research Associate: Stem Cell Biology

Research Associate: Stem Cell Biology

Posting Start Date: 15/05/2026

Closing Date: 12/06/2026

Contract Type: Fixed-term (36 months)

Work Arrangement: Full Time (On site)

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct independent, internationally recognised research on genetic instability in human pluripotent stem cells (hPSCs) and 3D organoid-based tumourigenicity assays.
• Identify relevant literature, assess its validity and incorporate findings into ongoing research programmes.
• Develop novel research objectives and implement experimental programmes as progress is made.
• Disseminate results through publications in high quality journals and presentations at national/international conferences or seminars.
• Manage time, materials, finance and equipment efficiently.
• Support the principal investigator with research proposals and funding applications.
• Supervise or co supervise undergraduate, postgraduate or PhD students and delegate monitoring of research students.
• Participate in consortium meetings and seminars with collaborators.
• Plan strategically to meet deadlines for publications and collaborate meetings.
• Adhere to ethical decisions and sustainability strategy in all activities.
• Perform additional duties as commensurate with the grade and remit of the post.

Key Qualifications

• PhD (or near completion) in stem cell biology, developmental biology, bioengineering or a related field.
• Specialist experience in culture and differentiation of human pluripotent stem cells (hPSCs) or 3D/organoid models.
• Proficiency in qPCR, immunostaining, imaging and flow cytometry techniques.
• Experience with multi omics approaches (e.g., single cell RNA seq, ATAC seq or metabolomics).
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and experience delivering presentations.
• Strong record keeping, data management skills and appropriate IT experience.
• Problem solving ability with awareness of long term implications.
• Resource assessment, planning and progress of work activities.
• Continuous engagement with current research in the field.
• Flexibility to adapt to experimental system demands and equipment availability.

Grade and Duration

Grade: 7

Duration: Fixed term, 36 months, available immediately.