Research Assistant Full-time NEW

Research Assistant

We are seeking a Research Assistant to join a collaborative research project funded by TB Alert.

The project focuses on Tuberculosis (TB), specifically investigating the properties and therapeutic potential of tuberculomucin, a historically significant but scientifically underexplored substance as a novel therapeutic for TB.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform laboratory procedures such as bacterial culture (specifically Mycobacterium tuberculosis), antimicrobial susceptibility testing, and molecular biology techniques.
• Assist in the collection, analysis, and interpretation of research data.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date laboratory records and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, particularly regarding Containment Level 3 (CL3) protocols.
• Collaborate effectively with the wider multidisciplinary team at the Department of Microbial Diseases and the Centre for Clinical Microbiology.

Appointment details:

The post is available as soon as possible and is funded until 31st August 2027 in the first instance, with the possibility of extension subject to the availability of further funding. This is a Full-time (100% FTE) appointment.

Salary range for Research Assistants on grade 6B is £40,603 – £43,749 (point 26 – point 29) per annum including London Allowance. Salary on appointment is subject to experience.

This is an excellent opportunity for a microbiologist to develop expertise in Mycobacterium tuberculosis research.

The candidate will hold an Honours degree (minimum 2:1) in Biological Sciences, Microbiology, or a related discipline, with a strong interest in infectious diseases and mycobacterial research. You'll have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, work effectively in multidisciplinary teams, and be proactive, resourceful, with strong problem-solving abilities. Experience working with Mycobacterium species in a research setting is essential.

All applications must include a supporting statement. This statement should explain your motivation for the post and provide evidence (using examples) of how you meet the essential and desirable criteria. Applications without a supporting statement will be rejected.

This role does not meet the eligibility requirements for a Skilled Worker Visa certificate of sponsorship under UK Visas and Immigration legislation. Therefore, UCL will not be able to sponsor individuals who require right to work in the UK to carry out this role.

Interviews scheduled for: end of November 2026 (Date TBC).

Job description and person specification available at the bottom of the advert.

Queries about the role: contact evangelopoulos@ucl.ac.uk

If you need reasonable adjustments or a more accessible format to apply for this job online or have any queries about the application process, please contact Khadija Bouzgan at hr-eastman@ucl.ac.uk.

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As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents we also offer some great benefits some of which are below: 41 Days holiday (including 27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days) Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE) Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan On-Site nursery On-site gym Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service Discounted medical insurance

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