We are looking to recruit a motivated, full-time senior research associate to join Professor Menna Clatworthy in the University of Cambridge Department of Medicine (www. citiid.cam.ac.uk/menna-clatworthy )
The post-holder will have a background in immunology, but have experience analysing RNAseq data. They will assist in analysing RNA sequencing data (bulk and single cell), antigen receptor sequencing data, ATACseq data and spatial transcriptomic and imaging data, on samples obtained from human organs, contributing information to the Human Cell Atlas project (https: // www. humancellatlas.org). The applicant will also be expected to progress data analysis in collaboration with colleagues at Cellular Genetics at the Wellcome Sanger Institute, methods of analysing and integrating spatial data of differing scale. We are particularly interested in organ-resident immune cells and the influence of different tissue environments on immune cell function. The lab is a vibrant scientific environment, and hosts fellows and students, and the successful applicant would also be expected to contribute to training and building analysis capacity within the lab. We would anticipate that the applicant would have the grounds to lead on formulating and writing manuscripts if they wish.
Appointment to Senior Research Associate is subject to approval by the Faculty Board of Clinical Medicine'.
Informal enquiries are welcomed and should be directed to: Professor Menna Clatworthy ([email protected])
Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 2 years in the first instance.
This appointment requires a Research Passport application.
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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: 28th February 2024
The interview date for the role is: To be confirmed
Please quote reference RC40460 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
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Further informationDepartment of Medicine
Salary£45,585-£57,696
ReferenceRC40460
CategoryResearch
Published9 February 2024
Closing date28 February 2024