Research Assistant in London

About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated Research Assistant to join the research group of Dr Yung-Yao Lin at the Blizard Institute, Queen Mary University of London. The Lin group conducts interdisciplinary research spanning neuromuscular biology, human pluripotent stem cells and regenerative medicine (Science Advances 2021; Cell Reports Medicine 2025). The successful candidate will contribute to an exciting research project aimed at developing effective regenerative therapies for traumatic muscle injury. The project will combine human iPSC-derived myogenic cells with advanced tissue engineering approaches to develop and evaluate innovative strategies for muscle regeneration.

About You

The applicant is expected to have an undergraduate or master's degree in a relevant subject, or an equivalent qualification. Experience in human stem cell culture and differentiation, bioengineering, calcium imaging, and tissue sectioning and immunohistochemistry would be advantageous. The applicant should be able to demonstrate relevant research experience and a strong commitment to developing their research skills. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, with the ability to rapidly establish effective working relationships with colleagues and collaborators. The role requires a flexible and proactive approach, with a willingness to adapt to the needs of the research programme and contribute effectively to its successful delivery.

About the School/Department/Institute/Project

The Blizard Institute was established in 2003 and is one of six Institutes within the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, QMUL. The Institute is comprised of staff based in four academic Centres and one Public Engagement Centre and supports a combined total of c700 postgraduate research and taught students. The Blizard constitutes a world class biomedical research institute that integrates all stages of research from basic science through to clinical studies across a diverse range of fields including genomics, cell biology, translational immunology, neuroscience and trauma. Our research addresses the health needs of our local population, while delivering new treatments on a global scale and aims to deliver excellence in all aspects of research, teaching and clinical service.

About Queen Mary

At Queen Mary University of London, we believe that a diversity of ideas helps us achieve the previously unthinkable.

Throughout our history, we've fostered social justice and improved lives through academic excellence. And we continue to live and breathe this spirit today, not because it's simply 'the right thing to do' but for what it helps us achieve and the intellectual brilliance it delivers.

We continue to embrace diversity of thought and opinion in everything we do, in the belief that when views collide, disciplines interact, and perspectives intersect, truly original thought takes form.

Benefits

We offer competitive salaries, access to a generous pension scheme, 30 days' leave per annum (pro-rata for part-time/fixed-term), a season ticket loan scheme and access to a comprehensive range of personal and professional development opportunities. In addition, we offer a range of work life balance and family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, and campus facilities.

Queen Mary's commitment to our diverse and inclusive community is embedded in our appointments processes. Reasonable adjustments will be made at each stage of the recruitment process for any candidate with a disability. We are open to considering applications from candidates wishing to work flexibly.