Research Assistant

Research Assistant Edinburgh, Scotland

University of Edinburgh
Full Time Edinburgh, Scotland 10.56 - 12.04 GBP Today
Job description

UE06 £31,396 - £36,024

College of Science and Engineering, School of Biological Sciences, Wellcome Centre for Cell Biology

Full time, 35 hours per week

Fixed-term contract, 12 months with potential renewal

Anticipated start date 25 September 2023

Applications are invited for a Research Assistant in the laboratory of Dr. Julie Welburn, funded by Wellcome. The laboratory investigates fundamental mechanisms of the microtubule cytoskeleton, cell organization and division at the molecular level. The focus of our laboratory is to define the mechanisms by which cells separate their chromosomes and divide, and what routes can lead to genomic instability and cancer. Our laboratory uses cell biological, biochemical and structural approaches to understand how microtubule motors mediate accurate cell division and chromosome segregation.

We are now looking for an enthusiastic and talented Biochemistry graduate to join our team investigating the molecular mechanisms underlying cell division. You will play a major role in the design and conduct of the research project and be trained in the relevant techniques. You should have, or will shortly obtain, B.Sc or Master degree in a relevant subject area (Biochemistry or Physics). Training can also be offered. An outstanding academic track record is essential.

Your skills and attributes for success:

  • An excellent academic track record
  • A Bachelor or Master degree
  • Good communication skills
  • Ability to work independently but also as part of a team

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As a valued member of our team you can expect:

An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work. We give you support, nurture your talent and reward success. You will benefit from a competitive reward package and a wide range of staff benefits, which includes a generous holiday entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme , staff discounts, family friendly initiatives , flexible working and much more. Access our staff benefits page for further information and use our reward calculator to find out the total value of pay and benefits provided.

The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality.

If invited for interview you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on our right to work webpages.

The University is able to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role. If successful, an international applicant requiring sponsorship to work in the UK will need to satisfy the UK Home Office’s English Language requirements and apply for and secure a Skilled Worker Visa

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Research Assistant
University of Edinburgh

www.ed.ac.uk
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Professor Peter Mathieson
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