The Institute of Cancer Research

Salary: £31,445 - £33,100 per annum. Commencement on the salary range is subject to comparables, skills and experience. Duration of Contract: 18 months in the first instance with ability to extend subject to funding Hours per week: 35 hours per week (Full Time) Location: Sutton Closing Date: 12th April 2026 Please note that should we receive a high volume of suitable applications, we may close this vacancy earlier than the stated deadline. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to avoid missing out. About the role Under the guidance of Alexis De Haven Brandon, we seek a dedicated early career in vivo scientist. The central aim of this position is to assist in the undertaking of in vivo technical work, playing a key role in supporting a variety of in vivo experiments and laboratory approaches. You will be an in vivo scientist with a basic knowledge and experience of in vivo techniques. Your responsibilities will include monitoring animal welfare, carrying out animal procedures, maintaining detailed records. This position offers an excellent opportunity for an early career in vivo scientist with a passion for in vivo science, and animal welfare. We offer full training to gain a home office PIL, for more technical procedures to the right candidate. There will occasionally be the need for out of hours work to ensure Home office compliance, and the needs of the projects are met. The successful candidate will be a motivated individual with a strong background in animal welfare and husbandry in a research setting. We highly value diversity and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. About you Broad-based knowledge of animal welfare within a research setting At least a year in an in vivo research setting with rodents. Proven experience in husbandry, welfare monitoring and animal handling. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team. High degree of integrity and understanding of the need for confidentiality surrounding drug discovery programmes. Willingness to occasionally work out of hours. About our team Under UK law, animals can only be used for research if there is no appropriate alternative. All our research proposals are thoroughly assessed before approval to ensure that there is no alternative to the use of animals, and that the studies will provide valuable information that will ultimately help cancer patients. The ICR is strongly committed to the highest standards of animal welfare in all research studies, and has led the development of best practice in this area. We also support the principles of the 3Rs - replacement, refinement and reduction of use of animals for research - and are working to develop alternative experimental techniques. The In Vivo Pharmacology team provides in vivo support for all projects within the Centre for Cancer Drug Discovery. The team carries out critical proof-of-principle intervention studies and provides the essential pharmacological assays required to guide target validation in addition to the optimisation and selection of new drug candidates. Importantly, these experiments include the demonstration of drug effects in vivo, biomarker discovery and therapy studies all of which underpin the drug discovery programs across the portfolio. The team works across a wide range of tumour models, including human tumour xenografts models (both cell line- and patient-derived xenografts), genetically engineered mouse models and organoid based models. The team is also highly experienced in preclinical metastatic models. The team has specialised skills to develop and implement novel models, and supporting the design and implementation of studies, all whilst complying with increasingly complex Home Office regulations. Department/Directorate Information About our organisation We are one of the world's most influential cancer research institutes with an outstanding record of achievement dating back more than 100 years. We are world leaders in identifying cancer genes, discovering cancer drugs and developing precision radiotherapy. Together with our hospital partner The Royal Marsden, we are rated in the top four centres for cancer research and treatment worldwide. As well as being a world-class institute, we are a college of the University of London. We are consistently in the top performing universities in the league table of university research quality complied from Research Excellence Framework (REF 2014 & 2021). We have charitable status and rely on support from partner organisations, charities, donors and the general public. We have more than 1000 staff and postgraduate students across three sites - in Chelsea and Sutton. What we offer A dynamic and supportive research environment Access to state-of-the-art facilities and professional development opportunities Collaboration with leading researchers in the field Competitive salary and pension We encourage all applicants to access the job pack attached for more detailed information regarding this role. For an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact About The Institute of Cancer Research As a member of staff, you'll have exclusive access to a range of staff benefits. The ICR is committed to supporting overseas applicants applying for roles, please click here to find out further information. The Institute of Cancer Research, London, is one of the world's most influential cancer research institutes, with an outstanding record of achievement dating back more than 100 years. Further information about working at the ICR can be found here . Why work for us? At the Institute of Cancer Research, we champion diversity as we believe it fuels innovation and drives impactful research. We welcome applicants from all walks of life, valuing diverse perspectives that enrich our work. Don't let a checklist of qualifications hold you back - if you're passionate about the role, we want to hear from you. Your unique experiences and backgrounds contribute to the richness of our team. We are committed to being an equal opportunity for all, regardless of ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other dimension of diversity. Join us in creating an inclusive environment where everyone's voice is heard and valued.

A leading cancer research institute in Sutton seeks an early career in vivo scientist to support various in vivo experiments and ensure animal welfare standards. Responsibilities include monitoring animal health, conducting procedures, and keeping precise records. Ideal candidates have experience in animal handling within a research environment. This is a full-time role with opportunities for training in advanced animal procedures. The position offers a competitive salary and a supportive research environment.

External Advertising End Date: Advertising End Date: Salary: £39,805 - £41,900 per annum. Commencement on the salary range is subject tocomparableskills and experience. Hours per week: 35 hours per week (Full Time) Location: Sutton Closing Date: 16th March 2026 Under the guidance of Alexis De Haven Brandon, we are seeking to recruit a Higher Scientific Officer. We seek an experienced and dedicated in vivo scientist. The central aim of this position is to undertake in vivo technical work, playing a key role in supporting a variety of in vivo experiments and laboratory approaches. You will be a highly skilled in vivo scientist with sound knowledge and experience in in vivo approaches in a research setting. You will possess a Home Office Personal Licence. Your responsibilities will include planning and performing animal procedures, maintaining detailed records, and performing some routine laboratory tasks. This position offers an excellent opportunity for a highly skilled in vivo scientist with a passion for in vivo science, and animal welfare. There will occasionally be the need for out of hours work to ensure Home Office compliance, and the needs of the projects are met. The successful candidate will be a motivated individual with a strong background in in vivo techniques. We highly value diversity and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. About you The successful candidate must have: Personal Home Office Licence PIL A,B,C BSc in life sciences or equivalent Proven experience in a technical in vivo research setting - to include techniques such as dosing, surgical and sampling Ability to plan and execute complex in vivo studies, to the highest ethical standards Ability to work independently and collaboratively Department/Directorate Information The In Vivo Pharmacology team (IVP) provides in vivo support for all projects within the Centre for Cancer Drug Discovery (CCDD). The team carries out critical proof-of principle intervention studies and provides the essential pharmacological assays required to guide target validation in addition to the optimisation and selection of new drug candidates. Importantly, these experiments include the demonstration of drug effects in vivo, biomarker discovery and therapy studies, all of which underpin the drug discovery programs across the portfolio. The IVP works across a wide range of tumour models, including human tumour xenografts models (both cell line- and patient-derived xenografts), genetically engineered mouse models, organoid-based models and preclinical metastatic models. The team has specialised skills to develop and implement novel models, and supporting the design and implementation of studies, whilst complying with increasingly complex Home Office regulations. What we offer A dynamic and supportive research environment Access to state-of-the-art facilities and professional development opportunities Collaboration with leading researchers in the field Competitive salary and pension We encourage all applicants to access the job pack attached for more detailed information regarding this role. For an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Alexis De Haven Brandon: . About The Institute of Cancer Research Why work for us? As a member of staff, you'll have exclusive access to a range of staff benefits . The ICR is committed to supporting overseas applicants applying for roles, please click here to find out further information. The Institute of Cancer Research, London, is one of the world's most influential cancer research institutes, with an outstanding record of achievement dating back more than 100 years. Further information about working at the ICR can be found here . We look forward to receiving applications from all candidates, wherever in the world they are currently based. We will select those who display the potential to become, or to support, the world leading cancer researchers of the future based on their application and performance at interview. However, we particularly welcome British applicants from black and ethnic minority backgrounds, as they are under-represented within the ICR and nationwide in STEM roles.

A leading cancer research institute in Sutton is seeking a Higher Scientific Officer to undertake in vivo technical work and support various experiments. This role requires expertise in in vivo techniques, including the ability to plan and execute complex studies ethically. The successful candidate will possess a BSc in life sciences and a relevant Home Office Licence. This full-time position offers competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and a dynamic research environment.