Research Assistant

3 weeks ago


Sheffield, Sheffield, United Kingdom University of Sheffield Full time

Contract Type:

Fixed-term with a start date of 1 September 2024 and an end date of 31 August 2026

Applications are invited for a Research Assistant post working with Professor Albert Ong and Dr Andrew Streets (Academic Nephrology) to investigate the role of long non-coding RNAs in autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD) and their roles in the post-transcriptional regulation of disease pathways, with a view to identifying novel biomarkers for personalised medicine and developing new therapeutics for precision medicine. The Kidney Genetics Group led by Professor Ong is one of the world's leading research groups working on ADPKD, the major genetic cause of kidney failure in man.

ADPKD is the major genetic disease leading to kidney failure in man and affects around 1 in 1000 people. In the UK, around 70,000 patients are affected and around 8-9 million individuals globally.

You should have a relevant first degree and a high level of enthusiasm for scientific research. Specific skills in molecular biology, cell biology, protein biochemistry, microscopy will be essential. Prior experience in RNA research would be an advantage. You will have excellent communication and organisational skills, be able to work effectively, flexibly, independently and as part of a team, to deliver key deadlines relevant to the project. The post would suit an early-career researcher with a strong set of technical skills who wishes to develop a career in translational research and contribute to improvements in patient care.

The post is full-time and fixed-term for 24 months in the first instance.

We're one of the best not-for-profit organisations to work for in the UK. The University's Total Reward Package includes a competitive salary, a generous Pension Scheme and annual leave entitlement, as well as access to a range of learning and development courses to support your personal and professional development.

We build teams of people from different heritages and lifestyles from across the world, whose talent and contributions complement each other to greatest effect. We believe diversity in all its forms delivers greater impact through research, teaching and student experience.

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£30,487 to £32,332. Grade 6, per annum


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