Space Biologist Postdoctoral Research Associate - Liverpool, United Kingdom - University of Liverpool

University of Liverpool
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You will work with an interdisciplinary team of scientists and engineers on a UK Space Agency-funded national mission to the

International Space Station:
MicroAge II.

We will investigate skeletal muscle loss occurs in microgravity and how this relates to muscle loss during ageing on earth.

Using novel skeletal muscle tissue-engineering techniques, we will determine the effects of microgravity on mitochondrial structure, organisation and function and the effects of muscle resting tension on mitochondrial dysregulation.
  • You should have experience of cell culture (ideally 3D cultures), molecular biology and fluorescent imaging.
They will work with engineers and an industrial partner (Kayser Space Ltd) on the design, and testing of bespoke bioreactors (flight hardware), that houses the muscle cultures during spaceflight. The is full-time position, based at the Institute of Life Course and Medical Sciences.

Occasional travel will be required to work at Microgravity User Support Centres (MUSCs), as a part of the flight hardware development process.

The post is available on a fixed term basis, until 28 February 2025.**Any applicants who are still awaiting their PhD to be awarded should be aware that if successful, they will be appointed at grade 6, spine point 30.

Upon written confirmation that they have been successful in being awarded their PhD, they will be moved onto grade 7, spine point 31 from the date of their award.

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