Preclinical Research Assistant (x2), London

Closing Date

4 Feb 2018

Salary

Unspecified

Address

Imanova, London, United Kingdom

Imanova Limited (part of Invicro LLC) is a translational imaging company located on the Hammersmith Hospital/Imperial College London site in West London. Imanova operates a unique clinical imaging centre with state-of-the-art PET and MRI technology used to support of medical and pharmaceutical research. Imanova was acquired by Invicro LLC in August 2017 and is now a part of the Konica Minolta group.

We are looking for 2 Preclinical Research Assistants who will play a key role in conducting studies and supporting general biology team activities. This will include the evaluation and application of novel and established PET tracers using in vitro, in vivo, and ex vivo techniques and methodologies.

The Candidate

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• 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.
• 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 appropriate computer software packages effectively to support the analysis and interpretation of study data.
• Analysing and interpreting data, either alone, in conjunction with other experts within the team or more widely.
• Undertaking general laboratory administration as required.

Specific experience required:

• BSc or MRes/MSc, in Pharmacology, Neuroscience or related discipline
• Home office license (modules 1-4) preferred but not essential 

 
Personal characteristics and competencies - candidates must have: 

• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• An enthusiastic, self-motivated attitude and a willingness to expand technical skills
• Ability to learn and follow new protocols as they become relevant for different studies

Competitive Salary & Benefits

Bonus, Contributory Pension, PMI, Life Assurance & Flexible Benefits options

To apply for this position please forward your CV and a covering letter detailing your relevant experience to Colette Owen, HR Manager.

Imanova is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.