Postdoctoral Research Associate

Located in the Centre for Gene Therapy and Regenerative Medicine (Guy’s Hospital Tower, 28th Floor), the Sancho Lab focuses in studying molecular cues behind cell fate decisions in pancreases. Our main goal in the lab is to decipher the fundamental regulatory networks involved in pancreatic cell fate decisions using induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs), and to apply this knowledge to new strategies in regenerative medicine for diabetes.

We seek a talented, highly motivated and independent Postdoctoral Research Associate to become part of our vibrant, cooperative and energetic team, to focus on a recently awarded Type 1 Diabetes Grand Challenge project funded by the Steve Morgan Foundation, JDRF and Diabetes UK partnership. This project aims to investigate innovative mechanisms to enhance the survival and functionality of beta cells derived from iPSCs following transplantation.

Candidates should hold a PhD in Stem Cell-related fields or be in the process of obtaining one. The candidate should be proficient in performing iPSC culture, iPSC to beta cell differentiation, gene editing, confocal imaging, image analysis, western blot and molecular biology.  Providing detailed record keeping for experiments; communicating regularly and effectively with other lab members, ability to work independently with precision while maintaining high standards is also required.

This is a full-time post (35 Hours per week), and you will be offered an a fixed term contract for 36 months.

This post is subject to Occupational Health clearances.