Research Assistant

• 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

• 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.

Hard Skills

• Biochemistry
• Analytical Laboratory Work
• Gel Electrophoresis
• Western Blotting
• Immunoprecipitation
• Sample Preparation for Proteomics
• Quantitative Analysis
• LC‑MS/MS Workflows

Soft Skills

• Collaboration
• Consultation
• Organizational Skills