Research Assistant in Human Nutrition and Metabolism (Fixed Term) Cambridge, East of England, England
Job description
We are seeking a research assistant experienced in Human Nutrition and Metabolism research to join our group's efforts to increase the current knowledge on the role of nutrition in metabolic health. The role offers an exceptional opportunity to join Dr. Maria Chondronikola's group which is based at the highly collaborative environment and world-leading Wellcome Trust-MRC Institute of Metabolic Science (https://www.ims.cam.ac.uk/) at the University of Cambridge. This position is funded by the Wellcome Trust.
The role of this position is to assist with the implementation of clinical research studies to investigate the effect of nutritional manipulation in human cardiometabolic health. Main duties include the execution of the clinical research studies according to established protocols under Dr. Chondronikola's supervision. This position will also require assisting in the writing of protocols describing studies in humans for ethics approval, manuscripts and research proposals for funding. Additional duties are conducting bench work and completing a series of biochemical analyses, including the preparation and analysis of human blood and tissue samples for specified parameters using different biochemical and molecular techniques.
Applicants should have: - Bachelor's degree in nutrition or related area, or equivalent experience/training. - Experience participating in the execution of human clinical studies human clinical studies/dietary intervention studies or experience interacting with individuals in a health care setting. - Outstanding organisational and record-keeping practices and be able to independently manage long-term projects to meet deadlines. - An ability and desire to work independently once appropriate training and guidance have been provided, and an interest in the area of human nutrition and metabolism. - Demonstrated oral and written communication skills for interacting with study - Experience in the proper use of automatic pipettes, balances, and centrifuges, including complete understanding and use of metric units of measure. - Experience in the proper use of laboratory instrumentation (i.e., spectrophotometry, rtPCR, western blots) and performance of molecular and biochemical assays. - Good computer skills in the use of office software (e.g., Excel, Word, PowerPoint) - Willingness to work flexible hours (e.g., occasional evenings and weekends) and assist multiple group members with their projects.
We encourage applicants meeting these criteria to apply, and especially encourage applications from individuals from underrepresented backgrounds. The ideal applicant would also have the following experience and attributes: - Experience with clinical research techniques (meal testing, insulin clamps, OGTT, CGM) for the in vivo assessment of human nutrition and metabolism. - Knowledge and understanding of statistic and able to perform statistical analysis using SPSS and Graph Pad statistical analysis software. - Experience ordering study supplies and maintaining equipment and facilities according to laboratory and departmental regulations.
Informal inquiries about this position should be directed to Maria Chondronikola at [email protected]. Thank you for your interest!
Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 1 years in the first instance.
Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service check (enhanced with adults' barred list). This appointment also requires a Research Passport application.
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Closing date: 10th May 2023
Date of interview: to be confirmed
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