Research Assistant in Cancer Biology

2 weeks ago


Leeds, United Kingdom University of Leeds Full time

**Research Assistant in Cancer Biology**:
**Overview of the Role**:
**Are you a researcher looking for your first challenge? Do you have a background in molecular and cell biology? Do you want to further your career in one of the UK’s leading research intensive Universities?**

You will pursue a project aimed at identifying the molecular mechanisms that lead to the pathogenesis of B cell-derived malignancies, including lymphomas and multiple myeloma. This project builds from our previous work that has identified the mechanisms of transcription factors that are often erroneously activated in B-cell tumours due to genetic mutations in the tumour-precursor cells.

The project will aim to understand the oncogenic function of these transcription factors in the pathogenesis of non-Hodgkin lymphoma and multiple myeloma, and to identify new molecular targets for the treatment of these tumours. This is the most critical step towards the realization of precision medicine in the treatment of these currently incurable malignancies. You will make use of a large spectrum of techniques, including _in vitro_ assay systems (cell lines and primary lymphoid/tumour cells), flow cytometry, genomics approaches, and transgenic mouse models.

**To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact**:
Salvatore Papa, Associate Professor

**Additional Information**:
Find out more about the Faculty of Medicine and Health and the School of Medicine.

Find out more about the Leeds Institute of Medical Research at St James’s

The institute and its facilities are predominantly based on the St James’s University Hospitals Campus although some team are also located on the University of Leeds’ main campus.

Find out more about Athena Swan in the Faculty.

**Working at Leeds**:
We are a campus based community and regular interaction with campus is an expectation of all roles in line with academic and service needs and the requirements of the role. We are also open to discussing flexible working arrangements. To find out more about the benefits of working at the University and what it is like to live and work in the Leeds area visit our Working at Leeds information page.

**Our University**:
**Criminal Records**:
**Location**:

- Leeds - St James University Hospital**Faculty/Service**:

- Faculty of Medicine & Health**School/Institute**:

- Leeds Institute of Medical Research (LIMR)**Section**:

- Division of Haematology & Immunology**Category**:

- Research**Grade**:

- Grade 6**Salary**:

- £30,487 to £36,024 per annum**Working Time**:

- Full-time 1.0fte**Post Type**:

- Full Time**Contract Type**:

- Fixed Term (available for 9 months due to external grant income)**Release Date**:

- Tuesday 05 September 2023**Closing Date**:

- Tuesday 26 September 2023**Reference**:

- MHLMR1137**Further details**:



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