research assistant

research assistant Cambridge, East of England, England

The Babraham Institute
Full Time Cambridge, East of England, England 32240 - 29822 GBP ANNUAL Today
Job description

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We are seeking to recruit a highly-motivated Research Assistant to join the David group at the Babraham Institute. The post holder will join a team of scientists studying the mechanisms of healthy ageing with a focus on identifying ways to prevent protein aggregation. The group is embedded within the Signalling Programme which provides a highly collaborative and thriving research environment.

The lab works with the nematode C. elegans and the main techniques used are molecular biology, reverse genetics, biochemistry, proteomics, fluorescence and confocal microscopy. The successful candidate will perform experiments with C. elegans, including liquid culture, functional assays, generation of transgenics, RNAi treatment. The role will also involve standard laboratory tasks (such as purchasing, lab organization) and molecular cloning. We are looking for a self-driven and well-organized individual with the ability to work both in a team and independently. Prior hands-on laboratory experience in molecular biology techniques is essential. Additional experience in microscopy and biochemical techniques would be highly desirable. Prior experience with C. elegans is also highly desirable although not essential. The ideal candidate must have a BSc or MSc in biological sciences.

We are committed to hiring the best people for the available position, which is why we are offering flexibility in the contract length and the working hours to suit the post-holder. In the cover letter, we ask that applicants outline their suitability for these roles and to advise their ideal appointment length (up to three years) and what their preferred working hours would be (e.g. full time, part time or job share).

This is a limited term appointment with funding for this post available for a period of 3 years in the first instance.

Informal enquiries can be addressed to [email protected]. For more information on the work of the group, please visit: https://www.babraham.ac.uk/our-research/signalling/della-david

The Institute has joined the Technician Commitment initiative, which is a commitment to support the recognition, visibility, sustainability and career development of our research support community, which includes the BSU, Scientific Facilities, Computing, Stores & Purchasing, Technical Services, Health & Safety and the Research Assistant communities.

Closing date for applications is Friday 4th August 2023. However, we reserve the right to close the vacancy early depending on the volume of applications received.

The Babraham Institute welcomes applications from all sections of society.

NO AGENCIES PLEASE

The Babraham Institute holds a silver Athena SWAN award and is committed to promoting and developing a culture of excellence, diversity and mutual respect that supports the Institute’s ambitions and attracts highly motivated and talented people. The Babraham Institute abides by the principles of the government’s Disability Confident Scheme and has a positive approach to employing disabled people.


Department
Signalling
Contract type
Fixed Term Contract
Hours
37
Salary
Starting salary is £29,822 per annum to £32,240 per annum (depending on experience)

research assistant
The Babraham Institute

www.babraham.ac.uk
Cambridge, United Kingdom
Professor Michael Wakelam
$25 to $50 million (USD)
201 to 500 Employees
Non-profit Organisation
Research & Development
1948
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