The Blood-brain Barrier research group within the Division of Pharmacy & Optometry wish to appoint a laboratory-based Research Associate to an exciting project exploring how pre-eclampsia influences the structure and function of the blood-brain barrier in vitro.
During this position, the post-holder will undertake a range of activities including establishing in vitro models of the blood-brain barrier using primary endothelial cells and an immortalised endothelial cell line. Subsequently, the successful candidate will investigate the effects of placenta-derived samples and plasma on blood-brain barrier integrity (electrical resistance, permeability) and physiological function (detoxification transporter activity).
Successful candidates may be subject to pre-employment screening carried out on our behalf by a third party. The offer of employment will be dependent on the successful candidate passing that screening. Whilst you will be required to provide express consent at a later stage, by continuing with your application now you acknowledge that you are aware that such screening will take place, and agree to take part in the process.
What you will get in return:
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.
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Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.
Please be aware that due to the number of applications we are unfortunately not able to provide individual feedback on your application.
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Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:
Name: Dr. Jeffrey Penny
Tel: 0161 275 8344
Email: Jeff.Penny@manchester.ac.uk
General enquiries:
Email: People.recruitment@manchester.ac.uk
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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.
