Research Associate

2 weeks ago


Manchester, United Kingdom The University of Manchester Full time

The role
The post holder will be part of a dynamic new team led by Dr Pires.

Work in this laboratory focuses on expanding the understanding of tumour hypoxia biology and its implication for tumourigenesis, therapy and metastatic spread.

There is a particular interest in exploring hypoxic biology therapeutically in the context of radiotherapy resistance, as well as novel radio-sensitising strategies.


The person appointed will contribute to a range of project-specific research activities including the running and troubleshooting of in vitro radiobiology and hypoxia projects, the development and validation of novel hypoxia and radiobiology models.

They should have experience of working in a clinical or laboratory setting, and have extensive relevant laboratory experience in cancer biology and/or molecular cell biology.

The role is fixed term for 2 years from July 2023.

The applicant

Other ideal skills include:

  • Working knowledge of cancer biology and the essentials of biochemistry, molecular biology, genetics, proteomics, or cell biology.
  • Flexible approach to dealing with research problems as they arise.
  • Ability to evaluate complex data.
  • Competent computer skills.
Our University is positive about flexible working - you can find out more here

Blended working arrangements may be considered

Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:

Name:
Dr Isabel Pires and Rebecca Elliott

General enquiries:

Technical support:

**Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.
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