Research Associate (Fixed Term)

We are looking to recruit a postdoctoral Research Associate to join the group of Dr Tetsuo Hasegawa in the Department of Medicine. The successful applicant will perform independent research using tools, such as microscopy and transcriptomics, to investigate the immune system in the joint.

The appointee will have a PhD in relevant subject (e.g. Immunology, Molecular Biology, Metabolomics, Bioengineering, or Genomics) and has the potential to explore their own ideas to apply their skills to better understand the immune system of the joint tissue. Because our lab has a strength in advanced imaging technique of joint tissue, applicant who wants to combine their skills and advanced imaging technique is especially welcome.

The post will also involve some commitment to the basic maintenance of the lab, such as purchasing consumables and providing advice and guidance for other researchers in the lab.

Candidates in the process of submitting their PhD thesis or awaiting degree conferral will be considered. In this case, appointment would be at the level of Research Assistant, Grade 5. On receipt of PhD award, the appointee would move to Grade 7, Research Associate.

Informal enquiries can be directed to Dr Tetsuo Hasegawa (th647@cam.ac.uk) and lab website is available for more detail of the lab (http://hasegawa-lab.jimdosite.com).

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 2 years in the first instance.

Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic disclosure (criminal records check) check and a security check.

To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please click the 'Apply' button above.

Please ensure that you upload a covering letter and a CV in the Upload section of the online application. The covering letter should outline how you match the criteria for the post and why you are applying for this role. If you upload any additional documents which have not been requested, we will not be able to consider these as part of your application.

Please include details of your referees, including email address and phone number, one of which must be your most recent line manager.

The closing date for applications is: 19th Febuary 2025

The interview date for the role is: To be confirmed

Please quote reference RC44876 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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