Graduate Research Assistant/Postdoctoral Research Associate

Job title:

Graduate Research Assistant/Postdoctoral Research Associate

Company

University of Exeter

Job description

Faculty of Health and Life SciencesThis new full time post is available from 3 June 2024 on a fixed term basis until 31 August 2025 (with a possibility of extension, subject to approval)The postThe Faculty wishes to recruit either a Graduate Research Assistant or Postdoctoral Research Associate to support the work of Dr Martin Eichmann. This Helmsley Charitable Trust funded post is available from 3 June 2024 to 31 August 2025. The successful applicant will be isolating and characterising beta-cell-reactive T cell receptors to identify those with potential to be used for therapeutic application in beta cell disorders.The post will include:

• Determining sequencies of human beta-cell-reactive T cell receptors (using single cell RNAsequencing).
• Expressing and characterising identified human beta-cell-reactive T cell receptors (using lentiviral electroporation methods, and cell-based assays).

About youThe successful applicant will be able to present information on research progress and outcomes, communicate complex information, orally, in writing and electronically and prepare proposals and applications to external bodies.Applicants for the Postdoctoral Research Associate role will possess a relevant PhD (or nearing completion) or possess an equivalent qualification/experience in a related field of study and be able to demonstrate sufficient knowledge in the discipline and of research methods and techniques to work within established research programmes. Applicants will be able to culture human cell lines, generate lentiviral products and employ standard immunological assay (including flow cytometry); and have a good understanding of immunology and/or beta cell disorders.Applicants for the Graduate Research Assistant role will be educated to first degree level or possess an equivalent qualification/experience in a related field of study and be able to demonstrate sufficient knowledge in the discipline and of research methods and techniques to work within established research programmes. Applicants will be able to culture human cell lines, generate lentiviral products and employ standard immunological assay (including flow cytometry); and have a good understanding of immunology and/or beta cell disorders.Please ensure you read the Job Description and Person Specification for full details of this role.What we can offer you

• Freedom (and the support) to pursue your intellectual interests and to work creatively across disciplines to produce internationally exciting research;
• Support teams that understand the University wide research and teaching goals and partner with our academics accordingly
• An Innovation, Impact and Business directorate that works closely with our academics providing specialist support for external engagement and development
• Our Exeter Academic initiative supporting high performing academics to achieve their potential and develop their career

• A multitude of staff benefits including sector leading benefits around

(up to 26 weeks full pay), Paternity leave (up to 6 weeks full pay), and a Fertility Treatment Policy

• A beautiful campus set in the heart of stunning Devon

The University of ExeterWe are a member of the prestigious Russell Group of research-intensive universities and in the top 200 universities in the world (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024 and QS World University Ranking 2024). We combine world-class teaching with world-class research, achieving a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework Award 2023, underpinned by Gold ratings for Student Experience and Student Outcomes.Our world-leading research impact has grown more than any other Russell Group university in recent years, and we are home to some of the world’s most influential researchers, seeking to answer some of the most fundamental issues facing humankind today. More than 99 percent of our research is of international quality and 47 percent is world-leading (2021 Research Excellence Framework).We encourage proactive engagement with industry, business and community partners to enhance the impact of research and education and improve the employability of our students. Read about our world leading research – and how we are for a changing world. We are located in a beautiful part of the country and Exeter (a fast growing tech hub) is one of only a few UK cities to have been designated as aOur Equality, Diversity and Inclusion CommitmentWe are committed to ensuring are available for interviews and workplaces.Whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented within our working community.With over 30,000 students and 7,000 staff from 150 different countries we offer a diverse and engaging environment where our diversity is celebrated and valued as a major strength. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where all members of our community are supported to thrive; where diverse voices are heard through our engagement with evidence-based charter frameworks for gender (Athena SWAN and Project Juno for Physics), race equality (Race Equality Charter Mark), LGBTQ+ inclusion (Stonewall Diversity Champion) and as a Disability Confident employer.We are proud signatories of the and welcome applications from service people.Further informationFor further information please contact Dr Martin Eichmann, e-mail .Interviews are expected to take place on w/c 27th May.Job title Graduate Research Assistant/Postdoctoral Research Associate Job reference P92566 Date posted 17/04/2024 Application closing date 15/05/2024 Location Exeter Salary The starting salary for Assistant will be from £32,332 on Grade E. The starting salary for Associate will be from £32,982 on Grade E, depending on qualifications and experience. Package Generous holiday allowances, flexible working, pension scheme and relocation package (if applicable). Contractual hours 36.5 Basis Full-time Job category/type Research Attachments Job descriptionFaculty of Health and Life SciencesThis new full time post is available from 3 June 2024 on a fixed term basis until 31 August 2025 (with a possibility of extension, subject to approval)The postThe Faculty wishes to recruit either a Graduate Research Assistant or Postdoctoral Research Associate to support the work of Dr Martin Eichmann. This Helmsley Charitable Trust funded post is available from 3 June 2024 to 31 August 2025. The successful applicant will be isolating and characterising beta-cell-reactive T cell receptors to identify those with potential to be used for therapeutic application in beta cell disorders.The post will include:

• Determining sequencies of human beta-cell-reactive T cell receptors (using single cell RNAsequencing).
• Expressing and characterising identified human beta-cell-reactive T cell receptors (using lentiviral electroporation methods, and cell-based assays).

About youThe successful applicant will be able to present information on research progress and outcomes, communicate complex information, orally, in writing and electronically and prepare proposals and applications to external bodies.Applicants for the Postdoctoral Research Associate role will possess a relevant PhD (or nearing completion) or possess an equivalent qualification/experience in a related field of study and be able to demonstrate sufficient knowledge in the discipline and of research methods and techniques to work within established research programmes. Applicants will be able to culture human cell lines, generate lentiviral products and employ standard immunological assay (including flow cytometry); and have a good understanding of immunology and/or beta cell disorders.Applicants for the Graduate Research Assistant role will be educated to first degree level or possess an equivalent qualification/experience in a related field of study and be able to demonstrate sufficient knowledge in the discipline and of research methods and techniques to work within established research programmes. Applicants will be able to culture human cell lines, generate lentiviral products and employ standard immunological assay (including flow cytometry); and have a good understanding of immunology and/or beta cell disorders.Please ensure you read the Job Description and Person Specification for full details of this role.What we can offer you

• Freedom (and the support) to pursue your intellectual interests and to work creatively across disciplines to produce internationally exciting research;
• Support teams that understand the University wide research and teaching goals and partner with our academics accordingly
• An Innovation, Impact and Business directorate that works closely with our academics providing specialist support for external engagement and development
• Our Exeter Academic initiative supporting high performing academics to achieve their potential and develop their career

• A multitude of staff benefits including sector leading benefits around

(up to 26 weeks full pay), Paternity leave (up to 6 weeks full pay), and a Fertility Treatment Policy

• A beautiful campus set in the heart of stunning Devon

The University of ExeterWe are a member of the prestigious Russell Group of research-intensive universities and in the top 200 universities in the world (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024 and QS World University Ranking 2024). We combine world-class teaching with world-class research, achieving a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework Award 2023, underpinned by Gold ratings for Student Experience and Student Outcomes.Our world-leading research impact has grown more than any other Russell Group university in recent years, and we are home to some of the world’s most influential researchers, seeking to answer some of the most fundamental issues facing humankind today. More than 99 percent of our research is of international quality and 47 percent is world-leading (2021 Research Excellence Framework).We encourage proactive engagement with industry, business and community partners to enhance the impact of research and education and improve the employability of our students. Read about our world leading research – and how we are for a changing world. We are located in a beautiful part of the country and Exeter (a fast growing tech hub) is one of only a few UK cities to have been designated as aOur Equality, Diversity and Inclusion CommitmentWe are committed to ensuring are available for interviews and workplaces.Whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented within our working community.With over 30,000 students and 7,000 staff from 150 different countries we offer a diverse and engaging environment where our diversity is celebrated and valued as a major strength. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where all members of our community are supported to thrive; where diverse voices are heard through our engagement with evidence-based charter frameworks for gender (Athena SWAN and Project Juno for Physics), race equality (Race Equality Charter Mark), LGBTQ+ inclusion (Stonewall Diversity Champion) and as a Disability Confident employer.

Expected salary

£32332 per year

Location

Exeter

Job date

Fri, 19 Apr 2024 04:43:22 GMT

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