Research Associate in Skin Biology

4 weeks ago


Manchester, United Kingdom The University of Manchester Full time

This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic individual to join a BBSRC Prosperity Partnership programme of research with Boots and No7 Beauty Company to investigate variation in skin biology - with a focus on ageing - across the full range of skin pigmentation. Through human volunteer studies and analysis of skin using immunostaining and molecular techniques, the project will identify age-related cutaneous changes across the full range of skin pigmentation with a particular focus on protection from oxidative stress.

You will join a vibrant research environment in the Centre for Dermatology Research under the supervision of Dr Abigail Langton and Dr Mark Farrar.

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

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