Research Associate, Biology

1 week ago


Cambridge Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom Economicsnetwork Full time

The Ahringer lab in the Gurdon Institute is looking for an experienced laboratory research scientist with expertise in molecular biology and genomics to support its research programmes. We use the C. elegans model, where the invariant lineage makes it the only organism where it is feasible to determine cell-to-cell genomic regulatory transitions across development. We apply single cell profiling, bulk genomic assays, microscopy, and mutant analyses to determine how the genome is regulated to drive developmental decisions and their expression.
This is a key role that will offer collaborative support and technical expertise across the scientific programmes in the laboratory. The role covers a wide range of activities, allowing for continuity of lab operations. Collaborating with lab members on research projects.
Providing experimental or technical support to other lab members.
Independently undertaking own research projects, designing, and executing experiments in consultation with the group leader.
Participating in academic activities, including group meetings and journal clubs, seminars, and scientific meetings.
Writing up findings and completing revisions.
Maintaining laboratory organisation, supplies, and safety procedures
Training new and existing lab members in standard operating procedures
You should be a motivated and organised individual with expertise in a broad range of molecular biology techniques and have the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. ChIP-seq, ATAC-seq, RNA-seq, single cell analyses) is highly desirable. Candidates should have a PhD in a relevant discipline and have a capacity to apply initiative and creativity to solve technical and biological problems.
The Gurdon Institute is a world-renowned centre of Developmental biology and Cancer research embedded in the University of Cambridge. It provides an exceptional and stimulating environment that promotes collaborative and interdisciplinary research in a supportive and modern setting, with access to state-of-the-art technologies such as super-resolution imaging, single-cell analyses, genome engineering, and genomics and computer modelling.
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The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.


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