Job reference: BMH-028826
Salary: £37,174 - £38,249 per annum depending on experience
Faculty/Organisational Unit: Biology, Medicine Health
Location: Manchester
Employment type: Fixed Term
Division/Team: Division of Musculoskeletal and Dermatological Science
Hours Per Week: Full time (1 FTE)
Closing date (DD/MM/YYYY): 05/06/2025
Contract Duration: Fixed term for 12 months
School/Directorate: School of Biological Sciences

Job Description


We are offering an exciting opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join a dynamic research team at the Centre for Dermatology Research, working under the supervision of Dr Abigail Langton and Dr Mark Farrar. This 12-month research project will investigate the effects of an LED light therapy face mask on key markers of photoageing through a human volunteer study. The successful applicant will gain hands-on experience in analysing skin biopsies, performing immunostaining techniques, and carrying out a range of non-invasive skin health assessments within a well-supported and collaborative environment.

What you will get in return:

  • Fantastic market leading Pension scheme
  • Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
  • Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
  • Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
  • Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers

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

Blended working arrangements may be considered

Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.

Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:

Name: Dr Abigail Langton

Email: abigail.langton@manchester.ac.uk

OR

Name: Dr Mark Farrar

Email: mark.farrar@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.



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