Senior Assay Development Scientist - Compound Profiling

The Institute of Cancer Research; Sutton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cancer research institute in Sutton is seeking a Higher Scientific Officer for Assay Development and Compound Profiling. The role involves developing and running biochemical and cellular screening assays to identify small-molecule inhibitors against cancer targets. Key qualifications include significant laboratory experience related to drug discovery and a PhD or equivalent. The position offers a full-time, fixed-term contract in a dynamic research environment with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Dynamic research environment

State-of-the-art facilities

Collaboration with leading researchers

Competitive salary and pension

Qualifications

• Significant laboratory experience in drug discovery.
• Experience with small molecule profiling and screening.
• Ability to work in multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop biochemical and cellular screening assays.
• Support identification of small-molecule inhibitors.
• Collaborate with the Hit Discovery and Structural Design Team.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Understanding of enzymology

Automation equipment for liquid handling

Education

PhD or equivalent in a relevant field

Tools

High-throughput screening technologies

X-ray crystallography

Electron microscopy

Job description

A leading cancer research institute in Sutton is seeking a Higher Scientific Officer for Assay Development and Compound Profiling. The role involves developing and running biochemical and cellular screening assays to identify small-molecule inhibitors against cancer targets. Key qualifications include significant laboratory experience related to drug discovery and a PhD or equivalent. The position offers a full-time, fixed-term contract in a dynamic research environment with opportunities for professional development.