Research Fellow (Fixed-Term)

Location: University Park

Applications are invited for the post of research fellow based in the School of Medicine, Blood Cancer and Stem Cell Group, University of Nottingham.

About the role – The project will study the potential use of repurposed drugs for myeloma with the goal of improving treatment and patient outcomes. The fixed-term position is funded until 31/03/2028 by the Stanley and Marion Irish-Nee-Bethell fund, Nottingham Hospital Charity. The research is largely laboratory based using cell lines and primary myeloma samples, with some bioinformatics analysis. The role holder will be expected to plan, conduct and analyse research using appropriate approaches and techniques, and will be responsible for writing up the results for publication.

About the team – You will join the lab of Dr Claire Seedhouse and Dr Dean Smith and work closely with members of the Blood Cancer and Stem Cell research group. The project is based in the Biodiscovery Institute with access to state-of-the-art facilities (www.nottingham.ac.uk/research/research-areas/biodiscovery-institute/biodiscovery-institute.aspx)

About you – A PhD, or the equivalent in professional qualifications, and experience in blood cancer cell culture and drug response assays is essential. Experience of working with primary samples is desirable. Consideration will be given to candidates who are PhD students nearing the submission of their thesis. Excellent communication skills are key as the role holder will be collaborating between NHS and academic staff.

What we offer:

• A friendly, diverse, and supportive working environment
• Generous holiday entitlement of 27 (30) days (or pro rata) plus standard bank holidays and five university closure days including closure between Christmas and New Year.
• Our reward scheme grants bonuses of numerous values for excellent work
• We are committed to staff development through the provision of training, continued support, and career progression opportunities
• You will have access to a range of benefits and rewards, including fitness and health facilities, staff discounts, travel schemes and many more. To find out more about what we can offer you, follow the link to our benefits website

Your working hours will be 36.25 hours per week. Further information is available in the role profile. To apply for this vacancy please click ‘Apply Now’ to complete your details.

Please contact Dr Claire Seedhouse (claire.seedhouse@nottingham.ac.uk) if you have further questions about this role. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

Further details:

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