Senior Research Assistant - Cell Biology

Relation Therapeutics

Senior Research Assistant / Research Assistant - Genomics About Relation Relation is a sector defining TechBio company developing transformational medicines, with technology at our core. Our ambition is to understand human biology in unprecedented ways, discovering therapies to treat some of life’s most devastating diseases. We leverage single-cell multi-omics from patient tissue, functional assays, and machine learning to drive disease understanding, from cause to cure. We are scaling rapidly and building a team of exceptional individuals to push the boundaries of drug discovery. You will work in highly interdisciplinary teams where biology, computation, and engineering come together to solve complex problems that have not been solved before. Our state-of-the-art wet and dry labs in the heart of London are designed to accelerate this integration and translate insight into impact. We are committed to building diverse and inclusive teams. Relation is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability, or age. By joining Relation, you will help define how medicines are discovered and deliver meaningful impact for patients. The opportunity At Relation, we are building proprietary large-scale datasets to advance the prediction of disease-associated genes using cutting-edge functional genomics and machine learning approaches. We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Senior Research Assistant/ Research Assistant - Genomics to help expand our capabilities to run large scale perturbation studies with single-cell Transcriptomic and Epigenomic readouts. In this role, you will be at the forefront of applying single-cell genomics to large perturbation screens, interfacing with automated platforms for high-throughput discovery. You will contribute to the single-cell library generation workflow that takes perturbation screens into ML-ready sequencing data. In this role you will contribute to the running of both droplet microfluidics and combinatorial-indexing scRNAseq and scATAC-seq approaches, processing libraries to sequencing, and helping move these protocols from the bench onto our automated platforms. Day to day you will * Run single-cell RNA-seq and ATAC-seq workflows end-to-end from cell input through to sequencing-ready libraries. * Process single-cell sequencing libraries through the full preparation to a consistent, QC-passing standard. * Partner closely with automation engineers to port manual single-cell and library prep workflows onto automated systems. * Maintain chain-of-custody for genomics samples, plate maps and metadata capture in our LIMS/ELN so every library is unambiguously traceable. * Interface with the computational and ML teams on library design, demultiplexing logic, expected outputs, and metadata schema. * Author and maintain SOPs and experimental records in our LIMS/ELN system. * Monitor day-to-day lab activities, maintain reagent stock levels, ensure equipment is properly maintained, and adhere strictly to good lab practice standards. Professionally, you will have * A Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant Life Sciences discipline with 2+ years of additional experience in Industry or an Academic Genomics Core Facility. * Hands-on expertise with single-cell genomics library generation on droplet microfluidics and/or combinatorial-indexing methods, experience with scATAC-seq or other epigenomic methods is a plus. * Familiarity with NGS operations and library QC, Illumina sequencing essential; experience with Ultima or other platforms a plus. * Strong cross-functional coordination skills, with a track record of working effectively alongside computational/ML colleagues. * A good understanding of the QC, batch-effect, and experimental-design considerations that determine whether large-scale data are usable downstream. * Knowledge of LIMS/ELN systems (e.g. Benchling) and disciplined metadata and sample-tracking practice. * Experience with lab automation and/ or evidence of collaboration experience with automation engineers is desirable but not required. Personally, you: * Are comfortable working in a matrixed environment, balancing multiple stakeholders and contributing effectively across teams. * Take ownership of your work, proactively seek opportunities to contribute, and enable others to do their best work. * Communicate openly and directly, give and receive feedback constructively, and handle challenging conversations with respect. * Actively seek out diverse perspectives, build strong working relationships, and contribute to shared goals across teams. * Embrace challenges with openness and resilience, set high standards for yourself, and strive to deliver meaningful outcomes. Working Style & Culture at Relation At Relation, we operate in a matrixed, interdisciplinary environment, where impact is driven through collaboration across scientific, technical, and operational domains. We collaborate, and you will partner with colleagues across multiple teams and projects, contributing your expertise while aligning to shared company priorities. We work together and win together! The patient is waiting! RECRUITMENT AGENCIES: Please note that Relation does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Resumes should not be forwarded to our job aliases or employees. Relation will not be liable for any fees associated with unsolicited CVs. Relation is a committed equal opportunities employer.

IMC

IMC is one of the world’s leading trading firms, combining quantitative research, technology and trading expertise to solve complex problems at scale. As Machine Learning becomes increasingly important within our Systematic Equities business, we are investing in frontier research that can shape the next generation of models, infrastructure and research capabilities. With access to world-class datasets, significant compute resources and a highly collaborative environment, IMC offers a unique opportunity to see cutting-edge research translated into real-world impact. We are seeking a Principal Research Scientist to help define and accelerate our long-term machine learning research agenda. Prior finance experience is not required. THE ROLE This role is designed for an established academic researcher or research scientist who wants to remain connected to the frontier of machine learning while applying their expertise in a highly impactful environment. You will work alongside quantitative researchers, engineers and research leadership to identify emerging research directions, evaluate new developments in machine learning, and help translate promising academic advances into practical applications. Rather than owning individual trading strategies, you will act as a scientific leader, mentor and advisor across the research organisation. You will also represent IMC externally through participation in leading conferences and engagement with the broader machine learning community. RESPONSIBILITIES * Shape the long-term machine learning research agenda within Systematic Equities. * Identify and translate advances from frontier ML research into practical opportunities. * Conduct original research and develop proof-of-concept solutions where appropriate. * Advise and mentor quantitative researchers on methodology, experimentation and research direction. * Help guide future investments in research tooling, infrastructure and compute capabilities. * Represent IMC within the global machine learning community through conferences such as NeurIPS, ICML and ICLR. * Contribute to publication efforts where appropriate and consistent with intellectual property considerations. SKILLS & EXPERIENCE * PhD in Machine Learning, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Physics or a related quantitative discipline. * Outstanding academic credentials and a strong publication record in leading research venues. * Current or recent experience in a faculty-equivalent academic or research leadership role such as Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, Professor, Group Leader, Principal Investigator, Senior Postdoctoral Researcher, or Senior Research Scientist. * Deep expertise in modern machine learning and strong awareness of emerging research trends. * Experience influencing research direction, mentoring researchers, or leading research initiatives. * Strong programming skills and experience with modern machine learning frameworks. * Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate across disciplines. WHAT WE OFFER * The opportunity to influence the future of machine learning at one of the world’s leading trading firms. * Access to exceptional datasets, infrastructure and large-scale compute resources. * Continued engagement with the academic community through conferences, collaborations and publication opportunities. * A collaborative environment where research can move rapidly from idea to impact. * Competitive compensation that reflects both scientific excellence and commercial impact. About Us IMC is a global trading firm powered by a cutting-edge research environment and a world-class technology backbone. Since 1989, we’ve been a stabilizing force in financial markets, providing essential liquidity upon which market participants depend. Across our offices in the US, Europe, Asia Pacific, and India, our talented quant researchers, engineers, traders, and business operations professionals are united by our uniquely collaborative, high-performance culture, and our commitment to giving back. From entering dynamic new markets to embracing disruptive technologies, and from developing an innovative research environment to diversifying our trading strategies, we dare to continuously innovate and collaborate to succeed.

ElevenLabs

ABOUT ELEVENLABS ElevenLabs is an AI research and product company transforming how we interact with technology. We launched in January 2023 with the first human-like AI voice model. Today, we serve millions of users and thousands of businesses - from fast-growing startups to large enterprises like Deutsche Telekom and Meta. Our investors are some of the world's most prominent, including Andreessen Horowitz, ICONIQ Growth and Sequoia. We've raised $781M in funding and our last valuation was $11B - multiples of 11, always. We have expanded from voice into three main platforms: * ElevenAgents enables businesses to deliver seamless and intelligent customer experiences, with the integrations, testing, monitoring, and reliability necessary to deploy voice and chat agents at scale. * ElevenCreative empowers creators and marketers to generate and edit speech, music, image, and video across 70+ languages. * ElevenAPI gives developers access to our leading AI audio foundational models. Everything we do is the result of the creativity and commitment of our team - builders doing the best work of their lives. We are researchers, engineers, and operators. IOI medalists and ex-founders. If you want to work hard and create lasting positive impact, we want to hear from you. HOW WE WORK * High-velocity: Rapid experimentation, lean autonomous teams, and minimal bureaucracy. * Impact not job titles: We don’t have job titles. Instead, it’s about the impact you have. No task is above or beneath you. * AI first: We use AI to move faster with higher-quality results. We do this across the whole company—from engineering to growth to operations. * Excellence everywhere: Everything we do should match the quality of our AI models. * Global team: We prioritize your talent, not your location. WHAT WE OFFER * Innovative culture: You’ll be part of a generational opportunity to define the trajectory of AI, surrounded by a team pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. * Growth paths: Joining ElevenLabs means joining a dynamic team with countless opportunities to drive impact - beyond your immediate role and responsibilities. * Learning & development: ElevenLabs proactively supports professional development through an annual discretionary stipend. * Social travel: We also provide an annual discretionary stipend to meet up with colleagues each year, however you choose. * Annual company offsite: Each year, we bring the entire team together in a new location - past offsites have included Croatia and Italy. * Co-working: If you’re not located near one of our main hubs, we offer a monthly co-working stipend. ABOUT THE ROLE ElevenLabs moves fast - and our Enterprise Deployment team sits at the sharpest edge of that speed. Responsible for deploying AI agents into production across the world's largest enterprises, the team has grown from 4 to over 50 people in the last twelve months and operates across every major geography. This is a high-trust, hands-on role for someone who thrives in technically complex, fast-moving environments and takes genuine ownership of the details that keep senior leaders and their teams running at their best. You will be the operational backbone for the person who leads Enterprise Deployment - managing calendars, coordinating across time zones and enterprise customer relationships, handling travel, and owning the day-to-day administrative tasks that allow the team to focus on what matters most: deploying world-class AI agents and growing a high-performing global team. In this role, you will: * Manage complex, fast-moving calendars for the leader of Enterprise Deployment and provide scheduling and coordination support across the broader team * Own travel logistics end-to-end: flights, accommodation, ground transport, and detailed itineraries across multiple time zones - including customer onsite visits across the US, Europe, and Asia * Handle sensitive and confidential matters with discretion, acting as a trusted partner in both professional and operational contexts * Coordinate seamlessly with internal teams and external stakeholders, including enterprise customers, C-suite partners, and government and regulated industry contacts * Build structure, processes, and systems that scale - including operational documentation, vendor coordination, and team logistics for a 50+ person distributed team * Anticipate needs before they arise: managing follow-ups, flagging conflicts, and keeping stakeholders aligned without being asked REQUIREMENTS * Past experience in executive assistant roles, ideally supporting a senior technical or commercial leader in a fast-moving, high-growth environment * Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities, shifting timelines, and multiple stakeholders simultaneously * Exceptional communication skills, with the confidence to interact with a wide range of stakeholders - from Fortune 500 executives and government contacts to vendors and internal teams * High emotional intelligence and discretion - trusted with sensitive commercial and interpersonal information, and able to navigate complex situations with maturity * Fluency with AI tools to help improve the quality and speed of work (e.g. Claude or ChatGPT) LOCATION This role will require you to be based in London, with the ability to travel into the office as required. #LI-Remote