Research Assistant

We have an opportunity for a Research Assistant to contribute to a project “Mechanistic Evaluation of Potential Novel therapeutic Targets in Rheumatoid Arthritis” working with Prof Mariola Kurowska-Stolarska.

This project aims to test the role of candidate pathways in regulating synovial tissue macrophage biology using synovial organoids, spatial transcriptomics and scRNAseq.

The successful candidate will also be expected to contribute to the formulation and submission of research publications and research proposals as well as help manage and direct this complex and challenging project as opportunities allow.

Informal enquiries should be directed to Professor Mariola Kurowska-Stolarska, Mariola.Kurowska-Stolarska@glasgow.ac.uk

This post is full-time (35 hours per week) and has funding available for up to 18 months from start date.

To apply online at: https://www.jobs.gla.ac.uk/job/research-assistant-5958393?source=gla.ac.uk

Closing Date: 21 July 2026

Interviews will take place on 4^th August 2026.

We believe that we can only reach our full potential through the talents of all. Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our values. Applications are particularly welcome from across our communities and in particular people from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community, and other protected characteristics who are under-represented within the University. Read more on how the University promotes and embeds all aspects of equality and diversity within our community https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity/

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