We seek applications from enthusiastic and highly motivated scientists with a keen interest in rare disease genetics and/or ribosomal biology and/or pre-clinical drug screening for a 0.5 FTE Research Technician position funded by an 18 month LifeArc Philanthropic award. In prior work, we have identified that mutations in translation factor eIF5A1 cause abnormal neurodevelopment (PMID: 33547280) and ribosomal dysfunction in a newly described condition called Faundes-Banka Syndrome (FABAS; OMIM #619376). We are screening zebrafish models for therapeutic compounds that can improve disease outcomes. To assess translational relevance, we aim to test candidate compounds in patient cell lines.
The successful candidate will assist with our cell culture strategy and play a central role in optimising and running in vitro compound screening experiments. You should hold a good BSc in a relevant biological science and possess strong evidence of independent working with cell culture and molecular biology techniques, including western blotting.
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
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 – you can find out more here.
Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.
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.
Please note, under the new immigration rules this role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route of the Points Based System. Candidates will need to be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK in order to be eligible to take up the post. (Grade 2,3 and 4 only).
Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:
Name: Rachel Watkins
Email: r.watkins@manchester.ac.uk
General enquiries:
Email: People.recruitment@manchester.ac.uk
Technical support:
https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home
This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.
Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.
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