Job title
Senior Scientific Officer - Proteomics
Job reference
REQ00363
Date posted
18/09/2024
Application closing date
18/10/2024
Location
Glasgow
Salary
from £28,344 to £45,357 (Depending on qualifications and experience)
Package
Contract term: Permanent
Contractual hours
35
Basis
Full time
Job category/type
Scientific Officers
Attachments
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Job description
About us
The CRUK Scotland Institute is a cancer research institute, situated in Glasgow with approximately 250 researchers split across 30 research groups consisting of PIs, postdoctoral scientists, PhD students and scientific officers. It is one of Europe's leading cancer research centres, supporting cutting-edge work into the molecular mechanisms of cancer development. As well as core support from Cancer Research UK, the Institute also receives an additional third of its total income from external grants and industry collaborations. It has an excellent reputation for fundamental cancer research, including world-class metabolism studies and renowned in vivo modelling of tumour growth and metastasis. Its research ethos is about excellence, honesty, openness, accountability, and integrity.
Project outline
The Advanced Technology Proteomics Facility is at the forefront of developing and applying state-of-the-art mass spectrometry (MS)-based platforms for quantitative analysis of biological samples. From single protein analysis to in-depth proteomics and post-translational modifications (PTMs), we push the boundaries of understanding tumour biology and for biomarker discovery.
Why Join Us?
As part of our team, you'll have the exciting opportunity to work with high- end MS technology, including our current Q-Exactive HF and Orbitrap-Lumos instruments, with one of the latest generation MS instruments arriving soon. You'll also gain hands-on experience with advanced tools like AssayMAP Bravo for streamlined sample preparation.
Your Role
You will play a key role in supporting cutting-edge cancer proteomics projects by:
What We're Looking For
We're seeking a driven and talented scientist who shares our passion for advancing proteomics and cancer research. You'll bring:
Your Skills and Attributes
Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work closely with multidisciplinary teams of scientists.
For informal enquiries please email Prof Sara Zanivan ([email protected])
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Our overarching research ethos at the Institute is about excellence, honesty, openness, accountability and integrity. The diversity of our staff and students is also what makes the Institute such a vibrant place to work and advance discoveries in cancer research. Family friendly policies, our collaborative ethos, a focus on good mental health and well-being and opportunities for all help to create an enjoyable and inclusive workplace where your voice matters.
Employee Benefits
Closing Date: 18 th October 2024 but we may contact promising candidates on a rolling basis, so please apply as soon as you are ready.