Redeployees Only: Research Assistant

3 months ago


Sheffield, United Kingdom University of Sheffield Full time

A short-term opportunity has arisen for a talented and enthusiastic individual interested in developmental biology. You will join a Wellcome Trust-funded project team in the School of Biosciences at the University of Sheffield investigating development of the brain. This project seeks to investigate the role of the prechordal mesoderm on development of the hypothalamus in early development.

You will work closely with the project team to provide essential support for specific research activities, assist with the routine maintenance of lab equipment, and assist in lab management, including routine ordering and maintenance of databases.

You will be enthusiastic about research, have degree-level experience in biological sciences/neuroscience and/or biochemistry. You will have some relevant research experience, particularly expertise in manipulation of the embryonic chick, and be effective when working both independently and as part of a team with the Principal Investigator and postdoctoral research fellows. You will have experience in data analysis and data presentation, particularly experience in communicating research.

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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