We seek an enthusiastic and highly motivated post-doctoral research scientist to work on a project, funded by the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council, to investigate novel roles of interleukin-1alpha in Inflammation. The successful candidate will join the lab of Dr Gloria Lopez-Castejon and and work closely alongside the lab of Prof David Brough based in FBMH.
The successful candidate will have (or expect to hold shortly) a PhD (or equivalent) with a strong background in immunology, inflammation and molecular biology. The candidate must have excellent technical skills in microscopy (and tissue / cell staining techniques) and have extensive experience of working with inflammation models, in vitro and preferably also in vivo, Omics analysis (Mass spectrometry, ATACseq,..) and have a track record in inflammasome and interleukin-1 biology. Training will be available in all areas of the project.
This full-time post is for up to 36 months, with an anticipated start date from April 2024
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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Blended working arrangements may be considered
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Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:
Name: Dr Gloria Lopez-Castejon
Email: gloria.lopez-castejon@manchester.ac.uk
General enquiries:
Email: People.Recruitment@manchester.ac.uk
Technical support:
Jobtrain: 0161 850 2004
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.