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Our Research Laboratories’ Early Talent Program aims to be a best-in-industry program for graduate researchers, designed to provide you with experience of laboratory research and drug discovery within a commercial environment. With the resources, reach, and expertise of a large pharmaceutical company, graduate researchers will be positioned to excel in an organisation committed to breakthrough innovation in research and discovery.
Job Overview
This position will be in-person and based in our laboratories within the state-of-the-art, Francis Crick Institute, London.
We are seeking highly motivated and passionate Graduate Scientist with expertise in neuroscience, pharmacology, cell biology or a related biological sciences discipline to join the Translational Biomarker Group within Global Neuroscience Discovery for a 2-year industrial placement, to be based at the Francis Crick Institute, Kings Cross, London.
You will join a team of experts leading Biomarker research within drug discovery programmes for neurodegenerative disorders. Your project will aim to identify and validate biomarkers through analysis of cell lines derived from patients with neurodegenerative disease. You will learn a variety of cell based, biochemical and molecular methods and will benefit from access to state-of-the-art equipment, along with the necessary training and supervisory support to deliver a successful programme of research. You will also closely collaborate and interact with scientists across our global neuroscience network.
Responsibilities
- Learn and apply in vitro laboratory methods, including cell culture, molecular biology, imaging techniques.
- Plan and run experiments, deliver high quality, reproducible experimental data.
- Perform data analysis, provide conclusions, with timely write-up of reports and lab notebooks.
- Contribute to laboratory running tasks and be a conscientious, collaborative member of the team
- Keep up-to-date with literature in this field and contribute to the preparation of high quality manuscripts
- Regular presentations at internal meetings and at external meetings if the opportunity arises
Requirements
- We are seeking UK based graduates in a relevant biological science, who will complete their degree in 2024 or who have completed their degree within the last 2 years
- Hands-on laboratory experience in technique such as cell, molecular and/or biochemical assays
- Experience in designing experiments, analysing data, and interpreting results
- Experience in experimental write-up and record keeping
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
Preferred Experience and Skills
- Previous cell culture experience
- Knowledge of drug discovery and assay development
- Knowledge of neurodegenerative disease and cellular models of neurodegeneration
- An ability to assess the scientific literature and integrate key developments into research projects
How to Apply
Please complete the online application form, uploading your CV and a cover letter answering these questions:
What has motivated you to apply our company and why this role (Up to 400 words)?
Our standard early talent recruitment process is: An online application, an online assessment and then a final assessment.
Provisional final assessment dates will be held from November 2023
Deadline: 18th October 11:59pm.
PLEASE NOTE: the role may close before this deadline if over-subscribed so please apply as soon as possible.
Next StepsIn the event of your successful progression to the next stage, one of our early talent team will contact you within two - three weeks of the application closing date.
Start/End Date
Summer 2024 – Summer 2026. Throughout the 24-month scheme you will receive guidance and mentoring to not only help you through your current role, but also to prepare you for applications to permanent roles within the organisation, with the aim that you will hopefully continue your career journey with our company
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when diverse ideas come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.
Company Overview
We are a global biopharmaceutical leader committed to enhancing the lives of individuals through a diverse portfolio of prescription medicines, oncology treatments, life-saving vaccines, and animal health products. Our unwavering dedication to delivering innovative solutions is the driving force behind everything we do. With a team of over 70,000 employees spread across 140+ countries, we offer state-of-the-art laboratories and inspiring offices designed to foster growth and development in our team members.
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