Overview
Research Associate in Genomic and Evolutionary Modelling. We are recruiting an ambitious, self-motivated Research Associate to join Dr Stevens’ research group focusing on understanding the molecular and evolutionary mechanisms underpinning placental and child health. The successful candidate will contribute to the development of advanced mathematical and computational models to analyse high-dimensional multi-omic datasets, including genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, and epigenomics.
Please refer to the particulars of appointment for further details.
Responsibilities
* Develop and apply advanced mathematical and computational models to analyse high-dimensional multi-omic datasets (genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, epigenomics).
* Collaborate with the research group to advance understanding of molecular and evolutionary mechanisms related to placental and child health.
Qualifications
* PhD in a relevant genomic discipline, including an understanding of human genetics (or nearing completion).
Benefits
* 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: Adam Stevens
Email: adam.stevens@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.
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