Grade UE06 £34,610 - £39,906 per annum
College of Science and Engineering / School of Biological Sciences / Institute of Cell Biology
Full time: 35 hours per week
Fixed term: 12 months
The Opportunity:
The Hardwick ( ) and Jeyaprakash ( ) groups at the University of Edinburgh and the Sanyal ( ) group at JNCASR, Bengaluru, have received significant funding to study non-canonical mechanisms of genome transmission in the human fungal pathogen, Cryptococcus neoformans .
We are seeking a highly motivated research assistant to join our interactive research programme. You will study mechanics and/or regulation of cell division and chromosome segregation, including fascinating aspects of both polyploidy and aneuploidy, using a range of live-cell microscopy, genome engineering, structural biology and OMICS approaches.
For an overview of our recent research see: ; ; ; ; ;. Research in the Institute of Cell Biology is directed towards an understanding of the molecular mechanisms that underpin genomic and cellular structure and function. It consists of around 36 research groups, including the newly formed Centre for Cell Biology and the Discovery Research Platform. Our programme is funded by the Wellcome Trust for a period of 8 years.
This RA post in the Hardwick group is advertised as full-time (35 hours per week).
Your skills and attributes for success include a Masters degree in Microbiology along with experience of one or more of the following:
* fungal pathogen biology
* CRISPR-mediated genome engineering and/or Molecular Genetics
live-cell imaging and flow cytometry
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Application Information
Please ensure you include the following documents in your application:
* CV
* a statement describing your research experience, scientific interest, career goals, and motivation to apply for this position
As a valued member of our team you can expect:
* A competitive salary
* An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
* To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community with strong collaborative links in Edinburgh, Bangalore and Munich
* Comprehensive Staff Benefits, such as a generous holiday entitlement, competitive pension schemes, staff discounts, and family-friendly initiatives. Check out the full list on our staff benefits page (opens in a new tab) and use our reward calculator to discover the total value of your pay and benefits
Championing equality, diversity and inclusion
The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality.
Prior to any employment commencing with the University you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on our right to work webpages (opens new browser tab).
The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role. International applicants will therefore be unable to apply for and secure a Skilled Worker visa. They will only be able to take up this role if they can demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.
Key dates to note
The closing date for applications is 22 September 2025.
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Interviews will be held in September 2025 .