Research Assistant (Fixed Term)

Applications are invited for the role of Research Assistant in the Dandapani Lab for a research project in childhood cancers within the Children’s brain tumour research centre. This role requires the applicant to have previous expertise in analytical biosciences specifically single cell metabolite profiling using AP-MALDI and OrbiSIMS metabolite profiling, as well as cell culture experience.

You will join an established team, led by Dr. Madhumita Dandapani, whose main areas of research interest include tumour metabolism and translational paediatric oncology. The main focus will be to analyse lipidomic and metabolomic profiles in patient- derived cell lines and tissue samples (banked with ethical approval).

The School of Medicine recognise the importance of continuous professional development and therefore the importance of providing opportunities, structured support and encouragement to engage in professional development each year.

This job is full-time 36.25 hours per week on a fixed term basis for 6 months. 

What we offer -

• A friendly, diverse, and supportive working environment
• A hybrid working arrangement with the blended approach of home and office working each week
• Generous holiday entitlement of 30 days plus standard bank holidays and five university closure days including closure between Christmas and New Year.
• Our reward scheme grants bonuses of numerous values for excellent work
• We are committed to staff development through the provision of training, continued support, and career progression opportunities
• You will have access to a range of benefits and rewards, including fitness and health facilities, staff discounts, travel schemes and many more. To find out more about what we can offer you, follow the link to our benefits website

What next -

Further information is available in the role profile. To apply for this vacancy please click ‘Apply Now’ to complete your details.

Your working hours will be (36.25 hours per week). If you are interested in part-time work (minimum 29 hours per week), we encourage you to apply. Please specify your preferred hours in your application. We may also consider job share arrangements.

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Closing Date: 27 Nov 2026
Category: Research and Teaching (R&T)