Research Associate: Stem Cell Biology

Role Overview

Research Associate position in the investigation of safety and toxicity of advanced therapies (iSTAT) programme aiming to develop 3D organoid‑based tumourigenicity assays for human pluripotent stem cells.

• Conduct high-level personal research in the remit of cell therapy safety.
• Identify and design novel research objectives and implement experimental programmes.
• Publish findings in high‑quality journals and present at conferences.
• Manage time, materials, finance and equipment efficiently.
• Support PI with research proposals and funding applications.
• Supervise undergraduate, postgraduate and PhD students and oversee their work.
• Participate in consortium meetings and collaborate with Roche’s Institute of Human Biology.
• Implement enrolled ethical decisions and integrate sustainability strategies.
• Carry out other duties as required for the grade.

• PhD (or almost complete) in stem cell biology, developmental biology, bioengineering or related field.
• Expertise in culture and differentiation of human pluripotent stem cells or 3D/organoid models.
• Proficiency in qPCR and immunostaining/imaging techniques.
• Experience in flow cytometry.
• Desirable: multi‑omics approaches such as single‑cell RNA‑seq, ATAC‑seq or metabolomics.
• Excellent communication, report writing and presentation skills.
• Strong record‑keeping, data management and IT competence.
• Problem‑solving skills and ability to analyse long‑term implications.
• Capacity to organise resources and plan work activities, keeping up‑to‑date with current projects.
• Flexibility to adapt to experimental demands and equipment availability.

• Annual leave: minimum 41 days including bank holidays (pro rata) with purchase option.
• Flexible working opportunities including hybrid options.
• Generous pension scheme.
• Wide range of discounts and rewards on shopping, eating out and travel.
• Staff networks and peer support (Race Equality, LGBT+, Women’s, Parent’s).
• Recognition awards and family‑friendly policies (parenting leave, menopause support, fertility treatment support).

• Salary: £38,784 – £42,254 per annum.
• Grade: 7.
• Work arrangement:
  Full‑time (100% FTE).
• Duration:
  Fixed‑term 36 months, available immediately.
• Line manager:
  Professor of Stem Cell Biology.
• Closing date: 12 June 2026.