Research Associate in Cancer Biology and Therapy

Job reference: BMH-021189

Location: Oxford Road

Closing date (DD/MM/YYYY): 15/02/2023

Salary: £34,308 per annum

Employment type: Fixed Term

Faculty/Organisation: Biology, Medicine Health

Division: Division of Pharmacy and Optometry

Hours Per Week: Full Time

Contract Duration: From 1 April 2023 for 24 months (start date flexible)

School / Directorate: School of Health Sciences

Applications are invited for a Research Associate in Cancer Biology and Therapy within the Pharmaceutical Sciences group at the University of Manchester. The post is available from 1 April 2023 (start date flexible) and will be tenable on a fixed term basis for 24 months.

You will contribute to a June Hancock Mesothelioma Research funded project focusing on the in vivo and in vitro analysis of a novel class of immuno-oncology agents. The project will involve pre-clinical in vivo models of mesothelioma as well as a bespoke bioreactor system in vitro. Analysis of the effects of the novel drugs will focus on immunological parameters. This is an interdisciplinary project and you should be able to interact effectively with researchers from a range of other disciplines to contribute to the programme of research.

You should hold a PhD or equivalent in cell biology, immunology or a related discipline. Detailed knowledge of, and experience in, in vitro, in vivo and ex vivo validation of biologically active compounds is essential. Experience in the use of complex in vitro cancer modelling, as well as a developing track record of publications, is highly desirable.

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.

The School/Department is strongly committed to promoting equality and diversity, including the Athena SWAN charter for gender equality in higher education. The School/Department holds a Silver Award which recognises their good practice in relation to gender; including flexible working arrangements, family-friendly policies, and support to allow staff achieve a good work-life balance. We particularly welcome applications from women for this post. All appointment will be made on merit. For further information, please visit: https://www.bmh.manchester.ac.uk/about/equality/

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 Katherine Finegan

Email: k.g.finegan@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.

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