Research Assistant - Cambridge, United Kingdom - University of Cambridge

Description

Applications are invited for a Research Assistant to work with Dr Virginia Pedicord at the Cambridge Institute of Therapeutic Immunology & Infectious Disease (CITIID) in the Jeffrey Cheah Biomedical Centre. The primary aim of this post is to support on-going work investigating the mechanisms of interactions between the gut microbiome and host immunity.

The successful applicant will possess at least a Bachelor's degree in Biological Science, or a related subject, have extensive "hands-on" experience of cell culture, DNA and RNA processing and other standard laboratory techniques, and possess excellent communication skills.

A full description of the role is available in the Further Particulars document, and Dr Pedicord can be contacted via for additional information regarding this role.

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 2 years in the first instance.

Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a security check.

The closing date for applications is: 26th May 2024

The interview date for the role is: To be confirmed

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.