Research Associate Targeted Therapy Group

Applications are invited for a Research Associate to join the Targeted Therapy Group to drive forward a collaborative research project between the Division of Cancer Sciences and the Lydia Becker Institute of Immunology and Inflammation. The post will be tenable on a fixed term basis from until 01st October 2024- 31st March 2025.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Post-Doctoral Research Associate to join the Targeted Therapy Group to investigate RT-induced ECM and immunomodulatory changes that dictate tumour and normal tissue inflammatory responses, and to inform clinical interventions to improve the therapeutic ratio, tumour control and outcomes. The successful candidate will be required to work across two sites – the newly developed Paterson Building, The Christie NHS Foundation Trust alongside scientists in the Targeted Therapy Group, and the University of Manchester main campus, Oxford Road, with researchers in other branches of the Lydia Becker Institute.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual with a background in Cancer Immunology. The post holder will have the ability to work both independently and collaboratively, will have excellent communication and organisational skills and a proven track record of delivering impactful research. A publication record in peer-reviewed journals would be advantageous.

The School is committed to promoting equality and diversity, including the Athena SWAN charter for promoting women’s careers in STEMM subjects (science, technology, engineering, mathematics and medicine) in higher education. The School holds a Silver Award for their commitment to the representation of women in the workplace and we particularly welcome applications from women for this post. Appointment will always be made on merit. For further information, please visit: https://www.bmh.manchester.ac.uk/about/equality/ 

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

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: Professor Tim Illidge or Dr Douglas Dyer

Email: tim.illidge@manchester.ac.uk or douglas.dyer@manchester.ac.uk 

General enquiries:

Email: People.recruitment@manchester.ac.uk

Technical support:

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This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.

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