Salary for this Role:
From £45,700 with benefits, subject to skills and experience
Job Title:
Project Research ScientistReports to:
Rashmi PriyaClosing Date:
20/Jun/2025 23.59 GMTJob Description:
Project Research Scientist
Details of the role: This is a full-time, fixed term (two years) position on Crick terms and conditions of employment. The position may be extended for an additional two years, bringing the total duration to four years.
Salary: From £45,700 with benefits, subject to skills and experience
About us…
The Francis Crick Institute is Europe’s largest biomedical research institute under one roof. Our world-class scientists and staff collaborate on vital research to help prevent, diagnose and treat illnesses such as cancer, heart disease, infectious diseases and neurodegenerative conditions.
The Crick is a place for collaboration, innovation and exploration across many disciplines. A space where the brightest minds can pursue big and bold ideas and discover answers to crucial scientific questions. We support them in a dynamic environment which fosters excellence with state-of-the-art infrastructure, cutting-edge facilities, and a creative and curious culture. We’ve removed traditional boundaries of departments, divisions and disciplines and instead have an open approach that supports every researcher. This gives us the freedom to collaborate and carry out high-quality, pioneering research. Creating a space for discovery without boundaries helps us to turn our science into benefits for human health and the economy.
About the role…
We are seeking an experienced Project Research Scientist to join our team. In this role, you will both lead your own independent project(s) and contribute to the development of innovative tools and technologies that advance the lab's research program. You will be part of a collaborative and diverse group dedicated to uncovering how a functional, beating heart is formed during development. Your work will involve applying in-depth technical expertise in cutting-edge imaging technologies, image analysis techniques, and biophysical approaches. The specific goals and direction of the project(s) will be shaped in close consultation with the supervisor and tailored to your background and interests.
The heart is the first organ to form and function during embryonic development. A key step during vertebrate heart development is chamber maturation – a poorly-understood morphogenetic process critical for heart function. During this process, the myocardial wall of the ventricle and atrium transforms from a single-layered epithelium into a complex 3D topological meshwork architecture (Priya et al., 2021, Nature; bioRxiv 2024.07.24.604962; bioRxiv, 2025.03. 07.641942). How this topological complexity is achieved is unknown, as are the underlying mechanisms that shape these crucial anatomical structures. In our lab, we aim to unravel the underlying mechanical, molecular and geometric interactions that transform a developing heart from a simple epithelium into a highly intricate functional organ. We combine the excellent tractability of zebrafish embryos with quantitative imaging, transcriptomics, biophysics, genetics, and predictive theoretical modelling to answer fundamental questions driving organ morphogenesis.
What you will be doing:
As a PRS you will:
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About Working at the Crick…
Our values
Everyone who works at the Crick has a valuable role to play in advancing the Crick’s mission and shaping our culture!
We are bold. We make space for creative, dynamic and imaginative ideas and approaches. We’re not afraid to do things differently.
We are open. We’re highly collaborative and interactive, and make sure our activities are visible to the outside world.
We are collegial. We show respect for one another, work cooperatively and support the wider community.
At the Francis Crick Institute, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to driving innovation and scientific discovery. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed, regardless of their background, identity, or personal circumstances. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all genders, ethnicities, abilities, and experiences. We are a Disability Confident: Committed employer and want to ensure that everyone can apply and be part of our recruitment processes and so we'll make reasonable adjustments if you need them - just let us know when you apply. If you need assistance with applying (i.e., would like to apply by phone or post) please email: nicola.gyte@crick.ac.uk
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What will you receive?
At the Francis Crick Institute, we value our team members and are proud to offer an extensive range of benefits to support their well-being and development:
Visas: Applicants for this role will be eligible for sponsorship to work in the UK
Generous Leave: 28 days of annual leave, plus three additional days over Christmas and bank holidays.
Pension Scheme: Defined contribution pension with employer contributions of up to 16%.
Health & Well-being:
24/7 GP consultation services.
Occupational health services and mental health support programs.
Eye care vouchers and discounted healthcare plans.
Work-Life Balance:
Back-up care for dependents.
Childcare support allowance.
Annual leave purchase options.
Crick Networks offering diverse groups’ support, community and inclusive social events.
Perks:
Discounted gym memberships, bike-to-work scheme, and shopping discounts.
Subsidised on-site restaurant and social spaces for team interaction.
Development & Recognition: Comprehensive training, mentoring, and a pay structure based on skills and experience.
Yearly based
London,United Kingdom
London,United Kingdom
