Research Associate in Cell Biology: The position will be in the Oglesby Cancer Research Building, which provides state-of-the-art physical space, a stimulating intellectual environment, and access to first-rate core facilities.
Job Title: Research Associate in Leukaemia Stem Cell Biology
Job Reference: BMH-025692
Salary: £36,024 – £39,347 per annum, depending on relevant experience
Location: CRUK Oglesby Cancer Research Building, 555 Wilmslow Road, M20 4GJ
Employment Type: Fixed Term
Division/Team: Division of Cancer Sciences
Hours Per Week: 1 FTE
Closing Date: 12/06/2024
Contract Duration: 13 months
School/Directorate: School of Medical Sciences
Summary Table:
- Designation: Research Associate
- Research Area: Leukaemia Stem Cell Biology
- Location: CRUK Oglesby Cancer Research Building, University of Manchester
- Employment Type: Fixed Term
- Division/Team: Division of Cancer Sciences
- Hours Per Week: 1 FTE
- Closing Date: 12/06/2024
- Contract Duration: 13 months
- Salary: £36,024 – £39,347 per annum, depending on relevant experience
Eligibility/Qualification:
This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and ambitious research associate to join the Leukaemic Stem Cell Niche (LSCN) group at the University of Manchester, led by Dr Simona Valletta. You will hold a PhD in a relevant area, and you will be an expert in malignant haematopoiesis and leukaemia. A strong publication record in high-impact peer-reviewed journals is a prerequisite, as is the ability to work independently and as part of a team. You will have strong communication and organisational skills, with the ability to manage and independently lead, innovate, and complete your own research project. You will have bioinformatics expertise and experience in bulk and single cell RNAseq analysis.
How to Apply:
For further information and to apply, please visit the University of Manchester job portal quoting the job reference BMH-025692.
What you will get in return:
- Fantastic market leading Pension scheme
- Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
- Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
- Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
- Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers
Equal Opportunities:
As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit. Our University is positive about flexible working – hybrid working arrangements may be considered.
Note:
Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs, or applications from Recruitment Agencies. Any recruitment enquiries from recruitment agencies should be directed to People.Recruitment@manchester.ac.uk. Any CVs submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered a gift.
Enquiries:
- Vacancy, Shortlisting, and Interviews:
- Name: Dr Simona Valletta
- Email: simona.valletta@manchester.ac.uk
- General Enquiries:
