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Post-doctoral research assistant

The University of Edinburgh
Research assistant
Posted: 9 March
Offer description

Grade UE07: £41,064 to £48,822 per annum (pro-rata if part-time)

College of Science and Engineering / School of Genetics and Cancer

Full-time: 35 hours per week

Fixed-term: for 36 months initially

The Opportunity:

We are equally excited to hear from those wishing to work in cholangiocarcinoma, pancreatic ductular adenocarcinoma or a combination of the two and who seek to dissect the fundamental processes of cell state transition and tumorigenesis.

This post is full-time (35 hours per week); however, we are open to considering part-time or flexible working patterns. The position is funded by Cancer Research UK and will be for 36 months in the first instance.

The salary for this post is £41,064 to £48,822 per annum depending on experience.

Your skills and attributes for success:

1. Hold a PhD in biomedical sciences or similar with a demonstrable output.
2. Be an independent thinker with evidence you can develop and lead your own project.
3. Have excellent experimental and analytical skills.
4. Have demonstrated a clear ability to communicate your research through presentation and/or publication.
5. Evidence how you come together with other team members to enhance output and generate a culture of enthusiastic research.

Application Information

Please ensure you include the following documents in your application:

6. CV including a complete list conference presentations and publications.
7. Cover letter, detailing your experience and why you are a suitable fit for this research group.

Longlisted candidates will be invited to a pre-interview online meeting with Luke Boulter.

Shortlisted candidates will then be invited to a panel interview where you will be expected to present your background and be willing to discuss project ideas for this position.

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