Higher Scientific Officer - in vivo mouse models for Immuno-Oncology

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Cell Death and Immunity Salary Details:

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£41,900•£50,862 per annum

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Commencement on the salary range is subject to comparable skills and experience.

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Professor Pascal Meier Duration of Contract :

Fixed Term for 12 months, please note that this is a maternity cover so the contract may finish earlier if the substantive post holder returns to work earlier than expected. Hours per week : 35 hours per week (Full Time)

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Chelsea Closing Date :

31st of May 2026 Please note this is a maternity cover contract. Job Details Under the guidance of Professor Pascal Meier, we are seeking to recruit a Higher Scientific Officer (HSO) animal researcher to work in the Cell Death and Immunity laboratory group. The successful candidate will be responsible for the design and implementation of in vivo research projects using breast cancer and inflammation models to facilitate our understanding of immunogenic cell death. Applicants should be pro-active and be specialized in in-vivo assays. They must have an appropriate degree and a current UK Home Office License, including modules A-C (modules 1-4). The ICR insists on high standards of animal welfare and meticulous record keeping in compliance with regulatory requirements. Applicants will also have extensive hands-on experience working with genetically engineered murine models. About you The successful candidate must have: A BSc or equivalent in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology or Cell Biology Experience using in vivo models and use of breast cancer models, xenografting and transplantation-based techniques Good organisational skills and an ability to prioritise workload to meet project requirements Department/Directorate Information The Cell Death and Immunity team , led by Professor Pascal Meier, uses sophisticated genetic models and patient-derived material to investigate how cell death shapes immune responses. By understanding this relationship, the team aims to develop new strategies to eliminate apoptosis-resistant cancers and re-activate the patient's own anti-tumour immune response. The team is part of the Breast Cancer Now Toby Robins Research Centre and the Centre for Translational Immunology at the ICR. The Breast Cancer Now Toby Robins Research Centre, within the ICR's Division of Breast Cancer Research , is the first centre in the UK dedicated entirely to breast cancer research. Its mission is to advance understanding of the causes, diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer. 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. About The Institute of Cancer Research Why work for us? As a member of staff, you'll have exclusive access to a range of staff benefits . The ICR is committed to supporting overseas applicants applying for roles, please click here to find out further information. The Institute of Cancer Research, London, is one of the world's most influential cancer research institutes, with an outstanding record of achievement dating back more than 100 years. Further information about working at the ICR can be found here . We look forward to receiving applications from all candidates, wherever in the world they are currently based. We will select those who display the potential to become, or to support, the world leading cancer researchers of the future based on their application and performance at interview. However, we particularly welcome British applicants from black and ethnic minority backgrounds, as they are under-represented within the ICR and nationwide in STEM roles. Apply Share Share Vacancy on Facebook Share Vacancy on X Share Vacancy on LinkedIn Share Vacancy on WhatsApp Send Vacancy to a friend Job Description Pack Download HSO Cell Death (maternity leave) May 2026 .pdf Other jobs like this Similar Higher Scientific Officer•in vivo mouse models for

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