We are seeking
a Research Assistant to join the Keeley research group. The ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic and talented pre-doctoral scientist with experience in physiological and molecular techniques, looking to engage in novel and exciting research. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, conducting and analysing experiments on a project investigating the interaction between G-protein signalling and oxygen homeostasis, utilising a combination of in vitro and ex vivo models. This post is available from 01/11/25 and work will primarily be conducted in the NDM Research Building on the Old Road Research Campus. Key responsibilities:
1. Manage own research and administrative activities, within guidelines provided by senior colleagues
2. Determine the most appropriate methodologies to test hypotheses, and identify suitable alternatives if technical problems arise
3. Management of mammalian cell lines
4. Performing a range of molecular biology assays to analyse protein/mRNA expression and cellular function
5. Gather, analyse, and present scientific data from a variety of sources
6. Contribute to scientific reports and journal articles and the presentation of data/papers at conferences
7. Responsible for general laboratory management and administration, including stock control of laboratory consumables
8. Use specialist scientific equipment in a laboratory environment
9. Represent the research group at external meetings/seminars, either with other members of the group or alone
10. Contribute to discussions and share research findings with colleagues in partner institutions, and research groups
Selection criteria: Essential selection criteria
11. Hold a first degree in biomedical science (biochemistry, molecular biology, physiology)
12. Experience in standard molecular biology techniques such as immunoblotting, RT-qPCR and immunocyto/histochemistry.
13. Possess sufficient specialist knowledge in the discipline to work within established research programmes
14. Ability to manage own research and administrative activities
15. Excellent communication skills, including the ability to write text that can be published, present data at conferences, and represent the research group at meetings
16. Experience of following and adapting protocols and selecting appropriate experimental methodologies
17. Commitment to engaging with, and promoting awareness of, equality, diversity and inclusion and embedding these into your work
Desirable selection criteria
18. Experience of working in a research team and contributing ideas for new research projects
19. Experience in hypoxia or mitochondrial biology
20. Experience in mammalian cell culture
21. Experience in Nitric oxide signalling and/or vascular biology.
What we offer:
22. Your wellbeing at work matters, so we offer a range of family friendly and financial benefits including:
23. An excellent contributory pension scheme
24. 38 days annual leave
25. A comprehensive range of childcare services
26. Family leave schemes
27. Cycle and electric car loan schemes
28. Employee Assistance Programme
29. Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs
30. Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans
While this is a full-time role, we welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for flexible working arrangements.