In this Preclinical Research Assistant role in our CNS Discovery Laboratories in Hammersmith, you'll join a growing Centre of Excellence focused on advancing preclinical research and translating findings into first-in-human studies.
Working within a highly collaborative, multidisciplinary team, you'll play a hands-on role supporting the execution of in vitro and in vivo studies, contributing directly to the early preclinical development of novel therapeutics and imaging agents. As part of your wide-ranging responsibilities, you can expect to be involved in the evaluation and application of novel and established PET tracers using in vitro, in vivo and ex vivo techniques and methodologies.
Offered on a full-time, permanent basis, it’s an ideal role for someone looking to build a strong foundation in translational neuroscience and complex pharmacology within an expanding, fast-paced, research-led environment providing exposure to a wide range of therapeutic targets.
Providing support to the team in the coordination and delivery of studies with respect to in vitro , in vivo and ex vivo evaluation and characterization of imaging agents and drug candidates in collaboration with chemistry and image analysis teams.
Undertaking simple study design to support evaluation and application of novel and established PET tracers and drug candidates.
Providing the team with technical input in order to improve study design, interpretation of results, reporting and communication.
Maintaining accurate and current records of experimental work.
Using relevant computer software packages to support the analysis and interpretation of study data.
Analysing and interpreting data, either alone, in conjunction with other experts within the team or collaborating more widely with other colleagues
Undertaking general laboratory administration.
