Overview
Technical Specialist – Single Cell & Spatial Biology – Strand, London, WC2R 2LS
About us
King’s Smart Trials Hub (STH) is a globally distinctive multi-omics centre, located at Guy’s Hospital campus within Research Infrastructure, part of Research Management and Innovation Directorate at King’s College London.
The Hub brings together state-of-the-art spatial and non-spatial ‘omics’ technologies to enable full molecular profiling of cells, tissues and liquid biopsies and leverages advanced, multi-modal technologies to investigate disease biology at high resolution, supporting the equitable development of personalised therapies.
About the role
As Technical Specialist in Single Cell Spatial Transcriptomics and Spatial Proteomics, you’ll play a key role in delivering and advancing cutting-edge single-cell and spatial omics technologies and workflows within the Smart Trials Hub.
Working as part of a highly collaborative and multidisciplinary team, the role provides expert technical support across a broad range of academic and commercial research projects, applying specialist knowledge of single-cell spatial transcriptomics and spatial proteomics, and associated technologies.
The role is responsible for delivering and optimising advanced single-cell and spatial omics workflows, including RNA & protein antibody barcoding protocols, cell sorting, next-generation sequencing (NGS), whole transcriptome analysis, method development, data acquisition and quality control. You’ll ensure the generation of high-quality, reproducible datasets and contribute to the continuous development of the facility’s research capabilities.
You’ll provide specialist advice on experimental design and emerging methodologies, maintain equipment and workflows to a high standard, troubleshoot complex technical issues, and ensure the highest levels of sample and data integrity. The role requires meticulous attention to detail, accurate record keeping and a commitment to delivering high-quality research outcomes.
This is a full-time post (35 hours per week), and you will be offered an indefinite contract. This is an onsite, facility-based role and the post holder is expected to be on campus for the full working week.
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