Research Assistant

6 months ago


Leicester, United Kingdom University of Leicester Recruitment Team Full time

**About the role**: The department of Genetics and Genome Biology are looking for an experienced individual to join the team as a Research Assistant. You will support a research team in the acquisition, evaluation and /or interpretation of data and other specialised information.

Post Doctoral experience of Drosophila genetics or in a neurogenetics lab are welcome, but not essential.
**Additional information**:

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As part of the University’s ongoing commitment to professional development, this role will also be considered on a seconded basis for existing staff members. Please ensure this is discussed with your line manager prior to applying. More information regarding secondments can be found here.

The University of Leicester has been changing the world, and changing people’s lives, for 100 years. When you join us, you’ll become part of a community of Citizens of Change, which includes not only our staff and our current students but also thousands of Leicester graduates around the world.

As a diverse and forward-thinking employer, we embed the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion into everything we do. That includes not just our core missions of teaching and research, but also our support for staff, students and our local community through our values of Inspiring, Impactful and Inclusive.

We’re committed to the wellbeing of all our staff and to the sustainability of our environment, on our campus and beyond. We offer a competitive salary package, excellent pension scheme and a generous annual leave allowance, along with opportunities to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment.

**Vacancy terms**: Full-time, fixed term contract until 30 September 2026



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