{"id":3268386,"url":"https://alion.io/job/crick-laboratory-research-scientist-nuclear-imaging","title":"Laboratory Research Scientist Nuclear Imaging","company":{"id":1761999,"name":"Crick","domain":"crick.ac.uk","url":"https://alion.io/company/crick-ac-uk","size_band":"1001-5000","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"Workday","truth_index":null},"role":"AI/ML","role_family":"AI/ML","seniority":null,"employment_type":null,"work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["London, United Kingdom"],"countries":["GB"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":{"min":37735,"max":null,"currency":"GBP","period":"year","gross":null,"usd_annual":50469},"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":null,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[{"name":"GLP","optional":false}],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-10-23T00:00:00Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-10-23","last_verified_at":"2026-10-31T14:37:36Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":8,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":8},"description":"Salary for this Role:\nFrom £37,735 with benefits, subject to skills and experience.\nJob Title:\nLaboratory Research Scientist Nuclear ImagingReports to:\nThomas SnoeksClosing Date:\n08/Nov/2026 23.59 GMTJob Description:\nLaboratory Research Scientist Nuclear Imaging\nJob title: Laboratory Research Scientist Nuclear Imaging\nReporting to: Thomas Snoeks, In Vivo Imaging Head of Operations\nContract term: This is a full-time permanent position on Crick terms and conditions of employment.\nAbout us\nThe 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.\nThe 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 take risks 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.\nBiological Research Facility\nThe Biological Research Facility (BRF) at the Francis Crick Institute supports all animal research through a comprehensive animal care and use programme, providing high-quality laboratory animal resources, technical expertise, and in-vivo/ex-vivo research support. The BRF is committed to advancing animal welfare, improving scientific quality, supporting staff wellbeing, and maintaining transparency with stakeholders. Our multidisciplinary teams manage the husbandry of multiple species within state-of-the-art facilities, integrating innovative technologies and specialist skills.\nWithin the BRF, the In Vivo Imaging (IVI) Facility offers a suite of cutting-edge multimodal imaging systems, including PET-MR, SPECT-CT, micro-CT, high-resolution ultrasound, optical imaging platforms, and a 9.4T MRI. These advanced technologies enable longitudinal, non-invasive imaging of biological processes in living tissues, supporting a diverse range of research areas from developmental biology to oncology, immunology, neuroscience, and regenerative medicine.\nAbout the role\nWe are looking for a Laboratory Research Scientist (LRS) to join the In Vivo Imaging team and play a vital role in supporting cutting-edge scientific research by ensuring the effective operation, maintenance of the nuclear imaging suite.\nWorking closely with Crick scientists, external collaborators and BRF staff, you will perform PET and SPECT imaging and biodistribution studies, provide specialist technical and experimental support, and contribute to the refinement and troubleshooting of imaging equipment and methodologies. The role encompasses the day-to-day management of the facility, including equipment calibration and maintenance, laboratory organisation, database management and procurement of supplies, alongside supporting data analysis and reporting.\nYou will also develop and maintain risk assessments and standard operating procedures (SOPs), promote safe working practices, and train and supervise colleagues in key techniques, protocols and equipment use. Working collaboratively with BRF operations staff and the wider scientific community, you will contribute to a supportive, innovative research environment through participation in group meetings, journal clubs, seminars and scientific discussions.\nWhat you will be doing\nThe key responsibilities include but are not limited to:\nTo perform in vivo and ex vivo imaging studies for Crick scientists and external collaborators using nuclear imaging technologies PET and SPECT\nPerform biodistribution studies with radio-labelled compounds\nPerform in-vivo irradiations using a SARRP irradiator\nMaintain and calibrate the PET-MRI and SPECT-CT scanners, HIDEX gamma counter, and SARRP irradiator including organising servicing\nMaintain and calibrate radioactive monitoring and counting equipment\nTo assist in the management and running of the nuclear imaging suite by:Ordering consumables and maintaining stocks of chemicals/reagents\nAssist with the development of standard operating procedures, health and safety compliance and maintaining and enforcing good laboratory practice\nEnsuring the imaging suite is safe and maintained in good working order working closely together with the radiation safety officer\nAdministrative duties such as radioisotope logging and waste management\nAid in general lab duties\n\nAbout you\nThe post holder should have a BSc or equivalent experience in biomedical sciences, medical biology, veterinary medicine or related field. Additionally, they should embody and demonstrate our core Crick values: Bold; Open; Collegial.\nEssential\nExtensive experience in working with small animal models in a research setting *\nProven track record in pre-clinical nuclear imaging *\nExperience in the use and maintenance of experimental pre-clinical nuclear imaging scanners (Mediso PET and SPECT)*\nExperience in handling radioactive open sources\nExperience working in multidisciplinary research environments\nAbility to design imaging protocols tailored to specific research objectives\nAbility to collaborate effectively with internal and external partners\nAbility to plan own work activities independently\nAbility to set priorities and ensure effective service delivery\nExcellent organisational skills and record keeping\nHome Office personal licence (PIL A, B, C)\nKnowledge of regulatory frameworks for pre-clinical research, including the Animals (Scientific Procedures) Act 1986 and the 3Rs principles *\nExcellent organisational skills\nCommitment to maintaining the highest ethical and scientific standards\n* Minimum criteria\nSee the full job description here\nSee more about the BRF here\nAbout Working at the Crick\nOur values\nEveryone who works at the Crick has a valuable role to play in advancing the Crick’s mission and shaping our culture!\nWe are bold. We make space for creative, dynamic and imaginative ideas and approaches. We’re not afraid to do things differently. \nWe are open. We’re highly collaborative and interactive, and make sure our activities are visible to the outside world. \nWe are collegial. We show respect for one another, work cooperatively and support the wider community. #\nAt 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.\nWe 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: .\nFind out more about life at the Crick.\nWhat will you receive?\nAt 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:\nGenerous Leave: 28 days of annual leave, plus three additional days over Christmas and bank holidays. \nPension Scheme: Defined contribution pension with employer contributions of up to 16%. \nHealth & Well-being: \n24/7 GP consultation services. \nOccupational health services and mental health support programs. \nEye care vouchers and discounted healthcare plans. \nWork-Life Balance: \nBack-up care for dependents. \nChildcare support allowance. \nAnnual leave purchase options. \nCrick Networks offering diverse groups’ support, community and inclusive social events.\nPerks: \nDiscounted gym memberships, bike-to-work scheme, and shopping discounts. \nSubsidised on-site restaurant and social spaces for team interaction.\nWe reserve the right to withdraw this advert at any given time due to the number of applications received.","description_format":"text","description_chars":8518,"description_truncated":false,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":null,"management_years_min":null,"team_size_min":null,"manages_managers":false,"education":{"level":"bachelor","optional":false},"security_clearance":false,"languages":[]},"benefits":["Annual leave","Gym membership","Home office"],"hiring_locations":[],"hiring_excludes":[],"relocation_offered":false,"industries":[],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-10-26T10:36:21Z"}],"visa":[],"liveness":{"score":77,"band":"hot","label":"Hiring now","p_open":1,"p_active":0.812,"p_room":0.945,"age_days":8,"expected_fill_days":15,"reasons":["conf:4","win:mid"],"computed_at":"2026-10-31T05:58:55Z"},"pay":{"stated_usd_annual":50469,"is_top_pay":false},"html_url":"https://alion.io/job/crick-laboratory-research-scientist-nuclear-imaging","json_url":"https://alion.io/job/crick-laboratory-research-scientist-nuclear-imaging.json","meta":{"generated_at":"2026-10-31T21:27:43Z","cache_seconds":300,"methodology":"https://alion.io/methodology","terms":"https://alion.io/terms","contact":"https://alion.io/contact","api":"https://alion.io/developers","about":"Alion is a live layer of people, companies and AI agents: who they are, whether they are real and active right now, what they do and how to work with them, readable by people and by agents and paid per call.","catalog":"https://alion.io/catalog.json","usage":{"tier":"crawler_verified","counted_by":"address","units_charged":1,"used_today":33594,"day_limit":null,"remaining_today":null,"minute_limit":300,"resets_at":"2026-11-01T00:00:00Z"}},"offers":[{"id":"company.slices","title":"One company in depth, by slice","status":"live","price":{"credits":0.02,"usd":0.002,"plus_per_slice":{"credits":0.05,"usd":0.005}},"unit":"per company, plus each slice with data","note":"the employer in depth","call":{"mcp_tool":"get_company","arguments":{"id":1761999},"rest":"https://alion.io/mcp/rest/get_company?id=1761999"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=company.slices&for=job%2Fcrick-laboratory-research-scientist-nuclear-imaging"},{"id":"market.stats","title":"A market slice: pay, demand and time to fill","status":"live","price":{"credits":1,"usd":0.1},"unit":"per slice","note":"pay, demand and time to fill for this role and place","call":{"mcp_tool":"market_stats"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=market.stats&for=job%2Fcrick-laboratory-research-scientist-nuclear-imaging"},{"id":"job.search","title":"Open jobs by role, technology, place, pay and visa","status":"live","price":{"credits":0.02,"usd":0.002},"unit":"per posting in a list","note":"similar open postings","call":{"mcp_tool":"search_jobs"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=job.search&for=job%2Fcrick-laboratory-research-scientist-nuclear-imaging"},{"id":"company.verify","title":"Is this company real and active right now","status":"pilot","price":null,"unit":"per company","request":{"url":"https://alion.io/catalog/request","method":"POST","body":"{\"offer\": \"company.verify\", \"for\": \"job/crick-laboratory-research-scientist-nuclear-imaging\", \"note\": \"what you need it for\"}"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=company.verify&for=job%2Fcrick-laboratory-research-scientist-nuclear-imaging"}],"agent":{"mcp":"https://alion.io/mcp/jobs","mcp_open":"https://alion.io/mcp/open","next":[{"tool":"get_job","arguments":{"id":3268386}},{"tool":"search_jobs","arguments":{"company":"crick.ac.uk","detail":"compact"}},{"tool":"match_people","arguments":{"job_id":3268386},"note":"people open to offers who fit this vacancy"}],"note":"The same data through MCP tools: https://alion.io/mcp/open needs no sign-in (compact searches, postings, people); https://alion.io/mcp with an Alion account has everything. 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