Research Assistant

University of Edinburgh Information Services Group

Mass Spectrometry Research Assistant at the University of Edinburgh's Institute of Genetics and Cancer. Supporting cancer research projects focusing on brain tumor biology and therapeutic vulnerabilities.

Posted 7/2/2026full-timeEdinburgh • 🇬🇧 United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £34,610 - £39,906 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support mass spectrometry-based proteomics projects across associated IGC laboratories.
Consult colleagues and collaborators on experimental design and approaches to enable optimal data generation.
Prepare biological samples for proteomic analysis, including protein extraction, quantification, digestion, peptide clean-up and related quality-control steps.
Use and adapt established bioinformatic pipelines to analyse, quantify and interpret the experimental data.
Support researchers using proteomic approaches to study brain tumour biology, treatment response and mechanisms of therapeutic resistance.
Maintain accurate experimental records, sample inventories and data-management systems.
Contribute and develop reproducible and standardised workflows across multiple projects and research groups.
Assist with ordering, stock management, reagent preparation and general laboratory organisation.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Motivation to apply mass spectrometry, proteomics and molecular biology techniques to important questions in cancer research.
Experience in biochemistry, molecular biology, analytical laboratory work or related experimental techniques.
Familiarity with protein-based workflows, such as protein extraction, gel electrophoresis, Western blotting, immunoprecipitation or sample preparation for proteomics.
Working knowledge of common scientific software, data handling tools and quantitative analysis packages is desirable.
Previous experience with mass spectrometry, proteomics sample preparation, LC-MS/MS workflows or facility-based research support is desirable but not essential.

Benefits

Comp & perks

A competitive salary.
An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community.
Comprehensive Staff Benefits, including generous annual leave entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme, a wide range of staff discounts, family-friendly initiatives, and flexible work options.

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Hard Skills & Tools

BiochemistryAnalytical Laboratory WorkGel ElectrophoresisWestern BlottingImmunoprecipitationSample Preparation for ProteomicsQuantitative AnalysisLC-MS/MS Workflows

Soft Skills

CollaborationConsultationOrganizational Skills