Applications are invited for a part time Research Assistant position in the lab of Dr Wei Li, at the Victor Phillip Dahdaleh Heart & Lung Research Institute. The primary aim of this post is to support on-going work investigating the dysregulated BMP signalling and endoglin in the pathogenesis of pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) and hereditary haemorrhagic telangiectasia (HHT).
The successful applicant will possess at least a Bachelor's degree in Biological Science, or a related subject, have extensive "hands-on" experience working with vascular endothelial cells and in vivo models, proficiency in animal handling, blood sampling and administration of substances. Extensive experience with other cell culture work, recombinant protein purification and standard laboratory techniques will be advantageous.
A full description of the role is available in the Further Particulars document, and Dr Li can be contacted via [email protected] for additional information regarding this role.
Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 20 months in the first instance.
Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a security check.
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Please include details of your referees, including email address and phone number, one of which must be your most recent line manager.
The closing date for applications is: 18th February 2024
The interview date for the role is: To be confirmed
Please quote reference RC40389 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
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Further informationDepartment of Medicine
Salary£29,605-£33,966
ReferenceRC40389
CategoryResearch
Published1 February 2024
Closing date18 February 2024