Senior Scientific Officer - Hormone-Dependent Cancer Models & Multimodal Data Integration
Posted Today by The Institute of Cancer Research
£62,836 Per year
Undetermined
Undetermined
London Area, United Kingdom
Summary: The Senior Scientific Officer will manage the Endocrine Control Mechanisms laboratory team, focusing on endocrine mechanisms in breast development and carcinogenesis. This role involves operational management, technical expertise, and coordination of a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality experimental work and data management. The successful candidate will also drive the development of advanced in-vivo and molecular assays. The position is based at the Institute of Cancer Research in London and is a fixed-term contract for one year.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage the Endocrine Control Mechanisms laboratory team and dataset.
- Lead operational management and provide technical expertise across collaborative research projects.
- Support and coordinate a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality execution of experimental work.
- Oversee data management processes.
- Drive the development of sophisticated in-vivo and molecular assays.
Key Skills:
- Experience in managing scientific teams and projects.
- Technical expertise in endocrine mechanisms and cancer research.
- Strong data management and analytical skills.
- Ability to coordinate multidisciplinary research efforts.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Salary (Rate): £62,836 per annum
City: London
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: Senior
Industry: Other
Key Information
Reporting to: Professor Cathrin Brisken
Duration of Contract : Fixed Term for 1 year, in the first instance
Hours per week : 35 hours per week (Full Time)
Location : Chelsea
Salary: Salary range £50,825 - £62,836 per annum, starting salary is based on previous experience. This role is eligible for ICR Sponsorship. If this is your first visa in the UK, support will be provided for costs associated with Visa application. If you are considering relocating to the UK, further information can be found here.
Job Details
We are looking to recruit a Senior Scientific Officer to manage the Endocrine Control Mechanisms laboratory team and the dataset generated, lead by Professor Cathrin Brisken. The laboratory investigates endocrine mechanisms in breast development and breast carcinogenesis with advanced patient-derived intraductal xenograft (MIND/PDX) models the lab has pioneered. We seek a highly motivated and experienced Senior Scientific Officer for operational management and technical expertise across collaborative research projects. The successful candidate will support and coordinate a multidisciplinary team, ensure high-quality execution of experimental work, oversee data management processes and drive development of sophisticated in-vivo and molecular assays. Interviews will likely take place on Wednesday 11th / Thursday 12th February 2026.
Endocrine Control Mechanisms Group
What We Offer
A dynamic and supportive research environment
Access to state-of-the-art facilities and professional development opportunities
Collaboration with leading researchers in the field
Competitive salary and pension
We encourage all applicants to access the job pack attached for more detailed information regarding this role. For an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Professor Brisken on [email protected]
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