£36,296 p.a. inclusive of London Allowance
Summary:
The Science Technology Graduate Programme offers aspiring scientists the opportunity to work across the LMS’s portfolio of research facilities to develop their technical expertise, through high-quality training in cutting-edge biomedical research technologies. In addition, the programme supports the professional development of scientists by teaching them research facility management and offering a variety of training courses, workshops, and other growth opportunities.
We are looking for two talented graduates who hold a BSc, but do not hold an MSc, in a relevant scientific discipline to join our Bioinformatics and Electron Microscopy Facilities. In our Bioinformatics Facility, one graduate will be introduced to the power of data analysis and develop insights by utilising data to study gene expression and tissue architectures at the single-cell level. In our Electron Microscopy Facility, one graduate will be introduced to a cutting-edge imaging technique that enables them to resolve and study protein structures at the atomic level.
At the start of the programme, Science Technology Graduates will be assigned to a single research facility, where they will undertake most of their work. Subsequently they will have the opportunity to interact with other research facilities to broaden their knowledge and practical experience. Graduates will also participate in developing facility methods and techniques, and in improving the Institute’s environmental sustainability.
These positions offer graduates a host of benefits including a defined benefit pension scheme, generous holiday entitlement, and access to employee shopping and travel discounts.
These positions require the post-holders to work full-time, on-site, either in the laboratory or in the office as required, with no opportunity for remote work.
These positions do not meet the criteria for Skilled Worker sponsorship (visa); therefore, we are unable to sponsor applicants who are not eligible to work in the UK.
Eligibility Criteria:
Application Timeline:
How to Apply:
For full details of our Bioinformatics Facility post, please visit Science Technology Graduate in Bioinformatics Facility LMS 2653 – Medical Research Council and upload your most recent CV, evidence of your Bachelor’s degree, contact details of two referees and a completed Science Technology Graduate Programme supporting statement.
For full details of our Electron Microscopy Facility post, please visit Science Technology Graduate in Electron Microscopy Facility LMS 2654 – Medical Research Council and upload your most recent CV, evidence of your Bachelor’s degree, contact details of two referees and a completed Science Technology Graduate Programme supporting statement.
Please note:
Closing date: 6th August 2025
Final appointment will be subject to pre-employment screening
Athena SWAN
In 2017, the Institute received an Athena SWAN Silver Award to recognize its commitment to advancing women’s careers in science and research.
At the LMS there are three working groups which deliver on the action plan developed for the silver application.
Equality, diversity and wellbeing
The MRC LMS is committed to creating equality of opportunity to all members of the organisation, regardless of their background, and promoting diversity and inclusivity. We observe the Medical Research Council’s Equality and Diversity Vision, which sets out the MRC’s commitment to fulfill its obligations as a public body under the Equality Act 2010.
Technician’s Commitment
The LMS is a signatory to the Technician Commitment, a sector-wide initiative led by the Science Council and the Gatsby Foundation which aims to address the particular career challenges faced by technical and scientific support staff.
We provide opportunities to work alongside some of the top medical researchers on the planet, from our state-of-the-art research facilities.