Research Assistant in Virology

2 weeks ago


Leeds, United Kingdom University of Leeds Full time

**Research Assistant in Virology**:
**Are you an early career researcher looking for your first challenge? Do you have a background in Molecular Cell Biology or Virology. Do you want to further your career in one of the UK’s leading research intensive Universities?**

The Whitehouse research group is seeking a highly motivated research assistant to investigate how the human tumour virus, Kaposi’s sarcoma-associated herpesvirus (KSHV), manipulates host cell pathways to enhance its own replication. The project will use a range of molecular, cell biology and cell imaging approaches to highlight novel KSHV-mediated mechanisms to regulate viral gene expression.

For this role, you should have a first degree/Masters in Molecular Cell Biology/Virology or a closely allied discipline. You should also have experience in Transmission Electron Microscopy and confocal imaging techniques (FISH and FRAP), and experience in a wide range of RNA-based techniques and replication complex/organelle purification.

**To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact**:
Ade Whitehouse, Professor of Molecular Virology

**Location**:

- Leeds - Main Campus**Faculty/Service**:

- Faculty of Biological Sciences**School/Institute**:

- School of Molecular & Cellular Biology**Category**:

- Research**Grade**:

- Grade 6**Salary**:

- £30,487 to £36,024 p.a.**Working Time**:

- 100% - this role will be based on the University campus, with scope for it to be undertaken in a hybrid manner. We are also open to discussing flexible working arrangements.**Post Type**:

- Full Time**Contract Type**:

- Fixed Term (for 12 months from 1 December 2023, due to external funding)**Release Date**:

- Friday 11 August 2023**Closing Date**:

- Friday 08 September 2023**Reference**:

- FBSMB1266



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