We are recruiting an ambitious, self-motivated Research Associate to join an ambitious interdisciplinary research group studying the control of cell-state transitions which are important for normal development and are deregulated in cancer.
The specific aim of the project is to apply a dynamic systems framework to understand cell plasticity in the context of Development and/or Cancer. The successful applicant will have excellent molecular expertise as outlined in the person specification and will be interested in developing gene expression manipulation tools and/or live reporters of gene expression.
The post is funded by the Wellcome Trust and is available fixed term until 31st March 2026. Candidates must hold a PhD in a Biological discipline, including Cancer Biology, Developmental Biology or Stem Cell Biology.
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.
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 CV’s submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered a gift.
Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:
Name: Prof. Nancy Papalopulu
Email: nancy.papalopulu@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.
