Research Assistant Tissue Profiling (12 Months)

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.

ABOUT US PhysicsX is a deep-tech company with roots in numerical physics and Formula One, dedicated to accelerating hardware innovation at the speed of software. We are building an AI-driven simulation software stack for engineering and manufacturing across advanced industries. By enabling high-fidelity, multi-physics simulation through AI inference across the entire engineering lifecycle, PhysicsX unlocks new levels of optimization and automation in design, manufacturing, and operations — empowering engineers to push the boundaries of possibility. Our customers include leading innovators in Aerospace & Defense, Materials, Energy, Semiconductors, and Automotive. ABOUT THE TEAM PhysicsX is building AI that transforms how the world’s most complex engineering problems are solved. As the company scales rapidly following our Series B, we’ve built a dedicated Strategy & Programs function whose mission is to ensure we scale gracefully — with clarity, alignment, and discipline. The team sits at the intersection of strategy and execution. We own the company’s strategic planning process, drive cross-functional programs that upgrade how PhysicsX operates, and serve as the connective tissue that holds a fast-growing organisation together. Learn more about the team here - https://www.physicsx.ai/newsroom/scaling-gracefully-inside-physicsxs-strategy-programs-team THE ROLE The Research Program Manager works across PhysicsX's most important research initiatives — from foundation model development to methods research — partnering with research leaders to turn ambitious research goals into clear plans and sustainable progress. You will own the operational backbone of our research programmes — planning, milestones, dependencies, and reporting — so that scientists and engineers can stay focused on the science. Working shoulder-to-shoulder with the Head of Research and technical leads, you will sit at the intersection of Research, Delivery, Product, and external partners, keeping momentum across multiple parallel efforts and connecting the technical work to strategy and business outcomes. This is a London-based role with 2–3 days per week in our central office. WHAT YOU’LL DO * Act as a trusted sounding board to research leads on the plans, priorities and decisions that matter most, synthesising, problem-solving and driving solutions forward * Create clarity and resolve ambiguity, help translate high-level objectives into smaller manageable objectives. * Own the planning and delivery cadence for research streams — crystalise and maintain roadmaps with clear milestones, owners, and decision points, working closely with research leads and technical partners. * Run effective operating rhythms and rituals (stand-ups, planning sessions, reviews, and retrospectives) with clear agendas, captured decisions, and tracked follow-ups. Track progress against plans, surface risks and dependencies early, and drive them to resolution before they become blockers. * Foster collaboration across Delivery, Product, Engineering, and Operations, to align priorities, secure resources, and remove friction for the research team for key streams. * Act as a translator and bridge between the technical and the strategic direction — maintain a single source of truth for research project status, scope, and reporting, and create clear and concise materials that communicate the work done to internal and external stakeholders. * Drive strategic research collaborations and partnerships — coordinate timelines, deliverables, and communications with external research partners and customers. * Support resourcing and capacity planning across concurrent research efforts, balancing near-term delivery with longer-term research objectives. * Help coordinate research outputs — papers, conference attendance, internal demos — so deadlines and commitments are met. Review or contribute to high-level output where possible to improve messaging (e.g. in blogs). * Coach individuals through complex challenges and ensure the conditions are in place to enable high-performing teams to produce pioneering work WHAT YOU BRING * 3+ years of experience in program management, strategic operations, or consulting, ideally in a research, R&D, deep-tech environment, or other complex content work. * Experience partnering with leaders in fast-paced environments, acting as a sounding board and thought partner on important projects, initiatives and decisions. * Comfort operating in ambiguous settings with shifting context — you bring structure without slowing people down and enjoy environments where you can implement creative and innovative ideas which drive organisational performance. * Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills; able to develop high-trust relationships and influence without authority, adapting your message for audiences from individual contributors to executives. * Strong problem-solving skills — the ability to analyse issues, identify root causes, and drive practical solutions quickly. * Attention to detail and commitment to high-quality output, while keeping in mind the bigger picture and adjusting accordingly. * Enough technical literacy to engage credibly with researchers and engineers — you can follow technical discussions, understand dependencies, and ask the right questions. A background in a quantitative, scientific, or engineering field is a plus. * Familiarity with modern project-management and collaboration tooling (e.g. Notion, Linear, GitHub). NICE TO HAVE * Experience managing research programmes involving machine learning, simulation, or scientific computing. * Experience coordinating external research partnerships, grants, or academic collaborations. * Knowledge and experience in utilising coaching techniques to foster high-performance teams * Exposure to a high-growth, scaling technology company. WHY JOIN PHYSICSX? Build what actually matters Help shape an AI-native engineering company at a formative stage, tackling problems that genuinely matter for industry and society. This is work with real-world impact - and something you can be proud to stand behind. Learn alongside exceptional people Work with a high-caliber, collaborative team of engineers, scientists, and operators who care deeply about doing great work, and about helping each other get better. We come from diverse backgrounds, but we share a commitment to operating at the highest level and addressing some of the most complex challenges out there. If you’re ambitious, thoughtful, and driven by impact, you’ll feel at home. Influence over hierarchy We operate with a flat structure: good ideas win - wherever they come from. Questioning assumptions and challenging the status quo isn’t just welcomed, it’s expected. Sustainable pace, long-term ambition Building meaningful technology is a marathon, not a sprint. We believe in balancing focused, ambitious work with a life beyond it. Our hybrid model blends time together in our Shoreditch office with work-from-home days, giving you the flexibility to work sustainably while staying connected in person. And it doesn’t stop there … 🚀 Equity options - share meaningfully in the company you’re helping to build. 🏦 10% employer pension contribution - because investing in future matters. 🍽️ Free office lunches - to keep you energised and focused. 👶 Enhanced parental leave - 3 months full pay paternity and 6 months full pay maternity leave, to provide extra flexibility during the moments that matter most. 🍼 YellowNest nursery scheme - to help working parents manage childcare costs. ☀️ 25 days of Annual Leave (+ Public Holidays) - because taking time to rest matters. 🏥 Private medical insurance - 100% employee cover, giving you complete peace of mind. 💪 Wellhub Subscription - gain access to thousands of gyms, classes and wellness apps, supporting both physical and mental wellbeing. 👀 Eye tests - because good work depends on good health. 📈 Personal development - dedicated support for learning, development, and leveling up over time. 💛 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - confidential wellbeing support, available whenever you need it. 🚲 Bike2Work scheme and 🚆 Season ticket loan - to make getting to work easier and greener. 🚗 Octopus EV salary sacrifice - for a simpler, more sustainable way to drive electric. 🔎 Watch this space, we’re continuing to build this as we grow…   We value diversity and are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, religion, ethnicity, nationality, disability, age, sexual orientation or gender identity. We strongly encourage individuals from groups traditionally underrepresented in tech to apply. To help make a change, we sponsor bright women from disadvantaged backgrounds through their university degrees in science and mathematics.    We collect diversity and inclusion data solely for the purpose of monitoring the effectiveness of our equal opportunities policies and ensuring compliance with UK employment and equality legislation. This information is confidential, used only in aggregate form, and will not influence the outcome of your application.