Postdoctoral Research Associate - Grade 7

We are seeking an individual to work on a project – ‘An epigenetic switch: how to make a parasite’ – jointly led by Mark Viney (Liverpool) and Peter Sarkies (Oxford). This project is funded by a Wellcome Trust Discovery Award that will run until 2032 and supports research teams in both Liverpool and Oxford. The overall aim of this work is to study the role of epigenetic pathways, specifically chromatin and small non-coding RNAs, in regulating gene expression in the parasitic nematode ‘Strongyloides’. In this role you will develop and use CRISPR methods to manipulate chromatin domains and to test the effect on gene expression in the parasite. This full time role would be ideal for someone who has experience in CRISPR techniques in model organisms and who is interested in applying them to human health challenges such as parasitic nematodes.

You should have a PhD or equivalent research degree in the Biological or Life Sciences.

The post is available from 1^st April 2025 until 31^st March 2029.

If you are still awaiting your PhD to be awarded you will be appointed at Grade 6, spine point 30. Upon written confirmation that you have been awarded your PhD, your salary will be increased to Grade 7, spine point 31.

Commitment to Diversity

The University of Liverpool is committed to enhancing workforce diversity. We actively seek to attract, develop, and retain colleagues with diverse backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all genders/gender identities, Black, Asian, or Minority Ethnic backgrounds, individuals living with a disability, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.

For full details and to apply online, please visit: recruit.liverpool.ac.uk

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