Research Associate in Fetal Health

3 months ago


Manchester, United Kingdom The University of Manchester Full time

Applications are invited for a position of Post-Doctoral Research Associate funded as part of a Medical Research Council Career Development Award to work on a project evaluating the effects of antenatal exposure to medications for cardiac dysfunction on fetal health. This full time position is based at the Maternal and Fetal Health Research Centre (MFHRC) in Manchester.

The post involves experiments with human tissue samples, primary cell co-cultures, perfusion of tissues, focusing particularly on vascular aspects of the human placenta; and in vivo experiments in a pregnant mouse model, with a major focus on fetal physiology.

The successful applicant will have a PhD (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline, with experience of ex vivo physiology, in vitro experimentation and real-time measurements. The appointee will receive full training as appropriate. However, the ability to conduct experimental work independently is essential, other than communicating findings regularly and attending meetings.

The project relies on the availability of fresh placenta tissue which therefore means the hours of work will vary on a daily basis often with very little notice and will require the appointee to live within close proximity to the main campus of the University.

**What you will get in return**:

- Fantastic market leading Pension scheme
- Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
- Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
- Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
- Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers

As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.

Our University is positive about flexible working you can find out more here

Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.

**Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews**:
Name: Teresa Tropea

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



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