The Laboratory Institute of Medical Sciences (LMS) is a Medical Research Council funded research institute at the Hammersmith Hospital campus (London W12) of Imperial College London, with around 400 biomedical researchers undertaking multidisciplinary and internationally-competitive science.
The MRC Laboratory of Medical Sciences (LMS) has recently established a graduate programme designed to train and develop fresh science graduates into skilled laboratory technicians.
Our 2026 graduate programme will offer aspiring scientists the opportunity to work within our Proteomics and Metabolomics research facilities to develop their technical expertise. In addition, the programme will support the professional development of successful applicants by providing a variety of growth opportunities, including conventions and workshops.
In Year 1, the post holder will be assigned to a research facility and work predominantly in that area to learn the methodologies and how the facility is managed. As the year progresses, the post holder will be given the opportunity to work with and in other research facilities to expand their knowledge and practical experience.
In Year 2, the post holder will work on an independent research project within the facility to further develop their technical skills, as well as interact across other facilities to support LMS science outputs. The post holder will be involved in developing methods/protocols and in implementing methods or efficiency improvements that improve the Institute’s environmental sustainability.
The post holder will report to the Heads of the Graduate Programme and to the Head of their hosting facility.
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Applications are welcome from candidates with BSc degrees in: biochemistry, biology, biomedical science, biotechnology, cellular biology, chemistry, computing, engineering, genetics, immunology, mathematics, microbiology, molecular biology, physics and physiology. This list is not exhaustive, so applications from candidates with other biological sciences degrees or degrees in related science areas will also be considered.
Please 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. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
These posts are not open to candidates who hold a standalone Master’s degree (MSc) or an Integrated Master’s degree (MSci). Applicants should only submit their application once they have uploaded a completed supporting statement and acceptable evidence of their Bachelor's degree, such as a degree certificate or official transcript. Candidates must be available for the in-person interview dates and the programme start date.
At UKRI, we believe that everyone has a right to be treated with dignity and respect, and to be provided with equal opportunities to thrive and succeed in an environment that enables them to do so. We also value diversity of thought and experience within inclusive groups, organisations and the wider community.
As users of the disability confident scheme, any candidate who opts into the scheme and best meets the essential criteria will be shortlisted for interview. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
As part of the application process, submitted applications will be shared with relevant members of LMS and Imperial College London staff for the purposes of assessment and decision-making. All personal data will be processed in accordance with applicable data protection legislation and UKRI’s privacy policies.
Applications submitted without a completed supporting statement will not be considered.
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