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Protein Biochemistry Placement Student

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Cancer Research UK

Oct 22

Applications are closed

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Science
    Research & Development
  • London

Requirements

  • You must be in your 2nd year of undergraduate study at university. Please note that applications from graduates and PhD students will NOT be considered for this scheme.
  • You should expect to receive a 2:1 or grade B in your second-year results in a science related degree.
  • You should have 3 A levels (or equivalent) grade B and above (preferably one in a biological science).
  • You should be able to commence work in September 2025 (the start date is negotiable).
  • You should have the right to live and work in the UK without restriction. We regret that we cannot consider applications from candidates who require a work permit to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct research in an assigned area with efficiency, accuracy and attention to detail under supervision, using established methodology
  • Exercise technical judgment in execution of experiments and interpretation of results
  • Perform analysis of experimental results and develop hypotheses
  • Ask for advice and assistance when necessary
  • Maintain awareness of relevant current scientific literature and developments
  • Provide verbal and written reports/presentations when required
  • Maintain laboratory notebooks and other data to required standards
  • Perform all work demonstrating due care and attention to all health and safety and COSHH regulations
  • Interact with colleagues in all areas of CRH and provide help and assistance wherever possible

FAQs

What is the job title for this placement?

The job title is Protein Biochemistry Placement Student.

What is the salary for this placement?

The salary for this placement is £23,000 plus benefits.

How long is the contract for this placement?

The contract for this placement is a fixed-term contract for 52 weeks.

Where is the placement located?

The placement is located at The Francis Crick Institute, London, NW1 1AT.

When is the closing date for applications?

The closing date for applications is 03 November 2024 at 23:55.

Is visa sponsorship available for this position?

No, Cancer Research UK is not able to offer visa sponsorship for this position.

What qualifications are required to apply for this placement?

Applicants must be in their 2nd year of undergraduate study at university, expect to receive a 2:1 or grade B in second-year results in a science-related degree, have 3 A levels (or equivalent) grade B and above (preferably one in a biological science), and must be eligible to work in the UK without restriction.

What kind of experience will I gain from this placement?

You will gain experience in expressing, purifying, and characterizing recombinant proteins and become proficient in performing a range of in vitro experimental techniques related to drug discovery.

What is the recruitment process for this placement?

The recruitment process consists of a competency-based interview along with exercises related to the placement.

How can I apply for this placement?

You can apply by completing the online application form and ensuring that you attach your CV, as applications without a CV will not be considered.

Will I need to provide a laboratory notebook?

Yes, you will need to maintain laboratory notebooks and other data to required standards as part of the placement responsibilities.

What is the expected work schedule for this placement?

The expected work schedule is full-time, 35 hours per week.

Can I contact someone if I have questions about the recruitment process?

Yes, you can contact recruitment@cancer.org.uk or call 020 3469 8400 if you have any questions or require adjustments for the recruitment process.

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Cancer Research UK

Science & Healthcare
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
2002
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Cancer Research UK is a renowned charitable organisation dedicated to advancing cancer prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and support. Their overarching goal is to bring about a future where all cancers are cured, ensuring that individuals can lead full and healthy lives. Through funding groundbreaking research, raising awareness, and providing crucial support, Cancer Research UK strives to make a profound impact on cancer outcomes. Their relentless efforts are focused on improving prevention strategies, enhancing early detection methods, and developing effective treatments, with the ultimate aim of saving lives and improving the well-being of those affected by cancer.

Benefits

  • Flexible Working

    We encourage a flexible working culture, including options such as home-working, reduced or flexi-hours, job shares, job-splits, compressed and core hours. We offer a high level of flexibility for the vast majority of our office-based roles, meaning that you’ll only be required to work from a specific location for 1 or 2 days a week on average.

  • Income Protection and Life Assurance

    We provide all staff with free insurance policies, paying 50% of your salary if you are unable to work through illness, and up to 4 times your salary for your beneficiaries should the unthinkable happen and you die while in our employment.

  • Pension

    Our Retirement Plan is worth up to 12% of salary and offers all employees a flexible way to build a pension fund, no matter which stage of your career you’re at. You’ll be given choice, control, financial benefits and valuable protection benefits. It is a defined contribution plan, which means contributions paid into the plan by you and by Cancer Research UK are invested in the funds you choose—you can have as little or as much control over this as you want.

  • Payroll giving

    We offer all employees a way to support any charity of their choice tax-free through their salary. Payroll Giving is a very effective way of supporting causes close to your heart: A £10 monthly donation will only cost you £8 as a standard tax-rate payer and even less, £6 if you are higher tax-rate payer.

  • Annual Leave

    For the majority of our roles we offer 25 days holiday a year plus bank holidays, and an extra day for Christmas Eve. You can choose to use the religious bank holidays flexibly.

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