We are seeking a Research Associate in Bioinformatics to support a five-year, £5m multidisciplinary initiative aimed at identifying immune-related biomarkers for early cancer detection. The programme is part of the International Alliance for Cancer Early Detection a £50m global partnership between CRUK, Dana Farber Cancer Institute, The University of Manchester, DKFZ, University College London, Knight Cancer Institute at OHSU, and The University of Cambridge. The position is funded by Cancer Research UK (CRUK) Manchester Centre which was established in 2013 and recognized as a 'Major Centre' in 2015. The successful candidate will apply bioinformatic techniques to analyse genomic and transcriptomic data from patient samples, focusing on identifying immune activation patterns in high-risk individuals. Additionally, the role involves providing basic informatic training to colleagues. 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: Martin Bone Email: martin.bone@manchester.ac.uk General enquiries: Email: People.recruitment@manchester.ac.uk Technical support: https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date. Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.