Research Associate In The Development Of Bioactive Peptides

Job reference: BMH-024406 Salary: £36,024 to £44,263 per annum, depending on relevant experience Faculty/Organisational Unit: Biology, Medicine Health Location: Oxford Road Employment type: Fixed Term Division/Team: Division of Cell Matrix Biology and Regenerative Medicine Hours Per Week: Full Time Closing date: 01/02/2024 Contract Duration: From 1 April 2024 until 31 December 2027 School/Directorate: School of Biological Sciences location_onGet directions This 45 month post provides an exciting opportunity to join a multidisciplinary team focused on the discovery and characterization of new Bioactive Peptides. The University of Manchester and Walgreens Boots Alliance are engaged in a multi-million pound collaborative research programme aimed at understanding the complex mechanisms which underlie both skin ageing and the maintenance of skin health. As part of this research programme, we are seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate. Working with a supervisory team of experts in skin ageing, extracellular matrix biology, cell signaling and proteomics the successful applicant will develop screening and characterisation pipelines to identify new peptides with potential therapeutic activity and to understand the fundamental role(s) played by ECM-derived peptides in mediating cell behavior. The role, which is based in the Division of Cell Matrix Biology and Regenerative Medicine and led by Prof. Michael Sherratt, provides an exciting opportunity to engage in fundamental and translational research. 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: Prof. Mike Sherratt Email: michael.sherratt@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 save_altBMH-024406 Research Associate FPs