Senior GeMS Research Scientist - BRF

The Crick; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000

Job description

Senior GeMS Research Scientist - BRF

Senior GeMS Research Scientist - BRF

Apply locations London time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id R2121

Salary for this Role:

From £45,100 with benefits, subject to skills and experience

Job Title:

Senior GeMS Research Scientist - BRF

Reports to:

Ben Davies

Closing Date:

06/Apr/2025 23.59 GMT

Job Description:

Senior GeMS Research Scientist - BRF

This is a full-time, temporary position (12 months maternity cover) on Crick Terms and Conditions of employment within the Genetic Modification Service.

Details of the role:

As this is a practical position, the work is predominantly onsite, with limited remote working. The expected working pattern is 09:00-17:15, Monday-Thursday, and 09:00-17:00 on Fridays; however, some out of hours working is required (e.g., earlier morning starts for IVFs, later finishes, and weekend work for animal husbandry).

About the role…

We are looking for a Senior Research Scientist to join the Biological Research Facility at the Crick for a 12-month maternity cover role.

If you have a degree or equivalent in a biological subject, related science, or have done significant work experience in a relevant area, this may be a great opportunity to join the team.

You will be joining an experienced team and have responsibility for the running of several aspects of the Transgenic Service within the Genetic Modification Services team. This will include the cryopreservation and rederivation of genetically altered animal models and the gene delivery service. You will also direct the work of others and, if appropriate, line-manage GeMS Research Scientists and Research Officers in their specific work area.

As a senior research scientist, your role will also involve maintaining an agreed component of the service, tracking and reporting on progress, and seeking to improve the service, for example through specialist training, protocol development, or generating/involvement in specific development projects. You will interact closely with the Head of GeMS, GeMS Senior Managers, and other Senior GeMS Research Scientists, as well as scientists and staff across other labs at the Crick.

What you will be doing…

• Leading on key aspects of the GeMS service, specifically cryopreservation, rederivation, and gene delivery, working with skill and initiative, directing the work of others, setting standards for outcome and performance, troubleshooting, monitoring and improving procedures to achieve the delivery of a specialist service in support of scientific research at the Crick.
• Assisting the Head of GeMS and GeMS Senior Managers in overseeing GEMS projects, working to deadlines, ensuring researchers are kept updated throughout.
• Collaborating across other work areas, undertaking reasonable work requests, and participating in essential out of hour rotas to ensure effective service delivery.
• Training, developing, and motivating staff to achieve overall best practice standards.
• Reviewing and updating relevant documents where required, e.g., SOPs, COSHH, Risk assessments.
• Having awareness and application of all relevant health and safety legislation.

About you…

You will bring…

• A degree, or equivalent in a biological subject, or related science or significant work experience in a relevant area.
• Considerable relevant experience in Murine cryopreservation and ART, surgical experience, gene delivery, animal husbandry, colony management, project management, and scientific service provision with a track record of achievement and demonstrable skill.
• Experience of contributing effectively to the work of a team, a flexible and cooperative approach to working with others.
• Experience with working with animal models.
• A proven track record for training staff to work to defined Standard Operational Procedures (SOPs).
• Experience of interacting across different staff levels, able to confidently communicate scientific data and influence others.

What will you receive?

• Visas: Applicants for this role will be eligible for sponsorship to work in the UK.
• Generous Leave: 28 days of annual leave, plus three additional days over Christmas and bank holidays.
• Pension Scheme: Defined contribution pension with employer contributions of up to 16%.
• Health & Well-being: 24/7 GP consultation services, occupational health services, and mental health support programs.
• Work-Life Balance: Back-up care for dependents, childcare support allowance, annual leave purchase options.
• Perks: Discounted gym memberships, bike-to-work scheme, and shopping discounts.
• Development & Recognition: Comprehensive training, mentoring, and a pay structure with performance-linked progression.