Research Assistant / Associate (Fixed Term): Join Dr. Valeria Lulla’s research group at the Department of Pathology, Addenbrooke’s campus, as a Research Assistant/Associate. Conduct groundbreaking research focused on human intestinal pathogens progressing to central nervous system infections. This Wellcome Trust-funded position offers an exciting opportunity to integrate organoid infection models and molecular virology methods with high-throughput imaging and sequencing techniques.
Designation: Research Assistant / Associate (Fixed Term)
Research Area: Molecular Virology, RNA/Protein Molecular Biology
Location: Department of Pathology, Addenbrooke’s Campus, Cambridge, UK
Eligibility/Qualification:
- PhD or expect to obtain one shortly
- Strong track record in RNA/protein molecular biology
- Experience in virology, biochemistry, and biosafety level 2 material handling is advantageous
Job Description: The Research Assistant/Associate will integrate organoid infection models and molecular virology methods with high-throughput imaging and sequencing techniques. Duties include developing research objectives, preparing results for publication, mentoring students, delivering seminars, acquiring new skills, and maintaining accurate experiment records.
How to Apply: Click the ‘Apply’ button below to register an account with the recruitment system (if not already done) and apply online. For specific queries, contact Dr. Valeria Lulla at vl284@cam.ac.uk. Please quote reference PK41010 in your application and correspondence.
Last Date for Apply: April 8, 2024
Additional Information:
- Fixed-term position available for 12 months initially
- Health assessment required upon acceptance of offer
- Applications from internal candidates for secondment are welcome
- Salary range: £29,605 – £33,966 (Research Assistant) or £36,024 – £44,263 (Research Associate)
- The University actively supports equality, diversity, and inclusion
- Applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
