Research Technician Tendon Biology Group

We are seeking to appoint a motivated individual to join our Tendon Biology Group.  The post offers an exciting opportunity to work on a project investigating cellular senescence and the therapeutic potential of anti-senescence drugs and senolytics for equine tendon injuries.  The successful candidate will assist primarily with the delivery of the research activities of the Tendon Biology Group along with general laboratory duties.   This post is funded by the Hong Kong Jockey Club for up to 30 months and is full time.  

Experience of working in a laboratory is essential and it would be advantageous to have experience in techniques in any one or more of the following - cell/tissue culture, molecular biology, biochemical assays, histology and immunohistochemistry.

 We offer a generous reward package and benefits including:

• Competitive and attractive pension package
• Generous 30 days annual leave (plus bank holidays and concessionary days)
• A range of family friendly policies, including adoption, maternity and paternity pay and leave
• On site café and restaurant
• Free membership to gym facilities at Camden and the Fitness and Wellbeing Centre located on site at Hawkshead (gym, badminton, climbing wall, Zumba, yoga and Pilates classes included)
• Cycle to work scheme

Potential applicants wishing to discuss this position informally are encouraged to contact Professor Roger Smith (rksmith@rvc.ac.uk) or Dr. Jay Dudhia (jdudhia@rvc.ac.uk)

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